A 23-year-old pregnant woman is advised by her nurse practitioner to have a dental checkup. The patient asks why it is important to see the dentist while she is pregnant. Which of the following is the appropriate response?

"Your oral health can provide clues about your overall health."

"Taking care of your oral health now can help prevent dental problems in your baby as he develops teeth."

"You don't want to have any dental issues pop up during your pregnancy that you won't be able to take care of."

"It is just a good idea in general to always take care of your teeth."