Skin Care During Pregnancy

Safety of skin care products during pregnancy.

QUESTION Many of my female patients complain about acne, unwanted hair growth, and other skin problems that have only developed since they became pregnant. Are products used for these types of benign skin conditions safe to use in pregnancy, as it is understandable that women want to look their best at this important time in their lives? ANSWER With the exception of hydroquinone, which has a ...

Common skin conditions during pregnancy.

Common skin conditions during pregnancy generally can be separated into three categories: hormone-related, preexisting, and pregnancy-specific. Normal hormone changes during pregnancy may cause benign skin conditions including striae gravidarum (stretch marks); hyperpigmentation (e.g., melasma); and hair, nail, and vascular changes. Preexisting skin conditions (e.g., atopic dermatitis, psoriasi...

Dental care during pregnancy.

QUESTION Many of my patients have asked me if they should defer dental treatment until after they have given birth. Is there any risk associated with performing dental treatments during pregnancy? ANSWER Appropriate and timely dental care can lead to improved pregnancy outcomes as well as greater comfort for the woman. The treatment of periodontitis, as well as the use of local anesthetics, a...

Oral Health Care and Coverage During Pregnancy.

• A recent study found that $2.7 billion in dental-related emergency department visits was spent in the U.S. over a three-year period. The effects of dental diseases on pregnant women and their babies, along with the high cost of treating oral problems that become severe, have states looking for solutions. According to the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, 40 percent of pregnant women ha...

Skin Capacitance Mapping of Eccrine Sweat Gland Activity during Pregnancy