1 Pain is usually felt during the later stages of gum disease (or periodontitis) where there is advanced loss of bone that surrounds the teeth. 2  Because of bone loss, a gum abscess (infection) can form in the space that develops between the tooth and the gum, causing pain.
http://www.medicinenet.com/toothache_overview/article.htm
Keep in mind that if you have oral pain or swelling, you might need immediate treatment. The consequences of not treating an infection during pregnancy outweigh the possible risks of the medications used during dental treatment. Your health care provider will carefully monitor the use of any antibiotics or pain medications.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/expert-answers/dental-work-during-pregnancy/faq-20119318
A. There may come a time during your pregnancy when you’re feeling under the weather and aren't sure if you can take your regular over-the-counter (OTC) medication. Some medications are safe to take during pregnancy. But others are not, or their effects on your baby may not be known. When you meet with your doctor to confirm you're pregnant, ask what meds are OK to take and what meds you need to find alternatives for.
http://www.webmd.com/baby/guide/taking-medicine-during-pregnancy
Toothaches are usually caused by injury or trauma to the tooth. Injury is commonly a result of dental decay (or cavity). A cavity is usually felt when it gets larger and deeper into the layers of tooth structure. The hard outer layer of tooth is called enamel, and the softer layer beneath enamel is called dentin.
http://www.medicinenet.com/toothache_overview/article.htm
Dental treatment can be done at any time during pregnancy. However, the best time to perform elective dental treatment during pregnancy is in the second trimester, weeks 14 through 20. By this time, the development of the fetal organs is complete and the risk of side effects is lower.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/expert-answers/dental-work-during-pregnancy/faq-20119318
A toothache is pain that occurs in or around a tooth. The pain usually comes from within a tooth or the surrounding gum and bone structures. The pain can be from more than one tooth. Toothache pain is usually felt as a constant or intermittent ache that does not go away.
http://www.medicinenet.com/toothache_overview/article.htm
Authored by. Dr. Jill Hechtman. Taking care of your teeth and gums is important during pregnancy. When conception occurs, the body begins producing high levels of the pregnancy hormones estrogen and progesterone. These hormones, especially progesterone, can cause dental problems for expectant mothers.
http://www.pregnancycorner.com/being-pregnant/health-nutrition/dental-work-during-pregnancy.html
Prenatal vitamins are safe and important to take when you're pregnant. Ask your health care provider about the safety of taking other vitamins, herbal remedies, and supplements. Most herbal preparations and supplements have not been proven to be safe during pregnancy. Generally, you should not take any OTC medication while pregnant unless it is necessary. The following medications and home remedies have no known harmful effects during pregnancy when taken according to the package directions.
http://www.webmd.com/baby/guide/taking-medicine-during-pregnancy
There are many procedures and treatments that can be done during pregnancy that will not harm your baby, but not all types of dental work can be done safely. The safest course of action is postponing all dental work until after childbirth, but some dental emergencies require treatment during pregnancy.
http://www.pregnancycorner.com/being-pregnant/health-nutrition/dental-work-during-pregnancy.html
Here are some tips to help you maintain good oral health while you are pregnant: 1  Brush and floss your teeth twice a day or after each meal with a fluoride toothpaste. 2  Use over-the-counter alcohol-free fluoride mouth rinse. 3  Rinse your mouth out with water or brush your teeth after episodes of morning sickness. 4  Visit your dentist on a regular basis.
http://www.pregnancycorner.com/being-pregnant/health-nutrition/dental-work-during-pregnancy.html
if you have dental work during pregnancy can you take pain meds
No, you can not take pain medicines, if you have dental work during pregnancy.