Oral Health and Pregnancy

Oral Health And Pregnancy Pregnancy Gingivitis: Hormone changes during pregnancy can affect the gums, making them more sensitive and inflamed in response to bacteria along the gum line. X-rays: Avoid x-rays while pregnant. In the event of a dental emergency an x-ray may be necessary. Ask your dentist to shield your abdomen with a lead apron to protect your baby from exposure to radiation. Pregnancy Tumor on the Gums: A painless bump on the gums that can be pink, red or purple. It will usually not cause problems. See your dentist if you think you may be having Approximately 40% of pregnant women have some form of periodontal disease. this issue. Pregnant women with periodontal disease may be seven times more likely to have a baby that is born too early and too small. Calcium: The body provides calcium from your bones. Eating enough dairy products and taking a calcium supplement, will ensure enough calcium without putting your teeth at risk. Morning Sickness: Stomach acid can damage the surface of your teeth and promote tooth decay. If you vomit, rinse your Dental work during pregnancy is safe. The best time mouth with water or use a for treatment fluoride rinse afterward. is between the 14th and 20th weeks. Be sure to maintain your oral health during and after pregnancy, contact your dentist right away and set up a specified dental plan if necessary. Sources: a new smile http://www.aafp.org/afp/2008/0415/p1139.html http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/dental-care-pregnancy http://www.simplestepsdental.com/SS/ihtSS/r.==/st.31848/t.35020/pr.3.html http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/05/06/obstacles-for-pregnant-women-seeking-dental-care/?_r=0 DENTAL CENTER