Health professionals should select the information in this section that is most
appropriate, using clinical judgment to decide what is timely and relevant for each individual pregnant woman or new mother (or other intimate caregiver).

Family Preparation

To help prepare families for oral health supervision visits, health professionals can provide pregnant women and new mothers (or other intimate caregivers) with a list of topics to discuss at the next visit. Topics may include the following:

• Changes in the teeth or the gums
• Oral hygiene practices (frequency, problems)
• Use of fluoridated water for drinking and cooking
• Fluoride use (fluoridated toothpaste)
• Eating practices
• Illnesses or infections
• Use of medications (over the counter and prescription)