No, Diazepam is not recommended when you are pregnant because the drug has been associated with increased risk of cleft palate and respiratory problems in infants, particularly in the first 8 weeks of pregnancy. If you are pregnant and worried about having a dental visit without sedatives, talk to Dr. West about your options.
As a sleep dentist, he works with our team in Lafayette CO to do everything possible to make you comfortable and relaxed. We also use music therapy and acupressure to help calm and relax our patients, which may be very helpful during pregnancy.