Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Pregnancy and Dental Health
During pregnancy, it's very important to maintain good dental hygiene. Your body undergoes many changes which can affect your oral health during this time. Changes in hormone levels can cause pregnancy gingivitis which creates sore, swollen, bleeding gums. Also, damage can be caused to the surface of the teeth by stomach acids in the mouth due to morning sickness.
It is so important to keep up good oral hygiene through your home care and visiting your dentist during your pregnancy. The 2nd trimester is usually the best time to schedule a cleaning appointment. There is a connection between mothers with gum disease and pre-term, low birth weight babies. Periodontal infection provides a pathway for bacteria to enter the bloodstream. Oral microbes that cross the placental barrier can expose the fetus to infection. Women with advanced gum disease are more likely to give birth to an underweight or pre-term baby. Having healthy gums and teeth through bushing a flossing at home, as well as having your teeth professionally cleaned will reduce the risks.
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