{"id":22,"date":"2016-07-07T23:05:34","date_gmt":"2016-07-07T23:05:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.amherstdental.com\/blog\/?p=22"},"modified":"2016-07-07T23:05:34","modified_gmt":"2016-07-07T23:05:34","slug":"stress-pregnancy-might-affect-childrens-dental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.amherstdental.com\/blog\/2016\/07\/07\/stress-pregnancy-might-affect-childrens-dental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Stress During Pregnancy Might Affect Children\u2019s Dental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"![\"dentist](\"https:\/\/www.amherstdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/iStock_000050959412_Small-300x200.jpg\")
When you are expecting a child, it is a joyous time to celebrate; but, it can also be a stressful time. Stress is a natural part of life, especially with a baby on the way. Stress is never good for the mother or the baby. Stress can take its toll, causing various pregnancy complications for the mother. However, stress can also influence the oral health of an unborn child. According to recent research<\/a>, there is a direct link between pregnancy stress and a child\u2019s oral health. As your dentist in Williamsville NY, we want you and your baby to be as healthy as possible. By keeping stress levels to a minimum during pregnancy, you will help to promote a healthy smile even before your child is born.\r\n\r\n