Pregnancy Gingivitis- Gum disease during Pregnancy
Hormonal changes during pregnancy can make gums more vulnerable to plaque and therefore more prone to inflammation and bleeding gums. This is called pregnancy gingivitis.
Measures to prevent Pregnancy Gingivitis:
- Practice good oral hygiene. Brush your teeth carefully twice a day for 2 minutes with a soft toothbrush & fluoridated toothpaste.
- Regular Flossing to prevent food lodgment in between teeth.
- Avoid having sugary food and gluten based food items too often.
- If you have vomiting, rinse your mouth with plain water to prevent acid erosion of teeth.
- If you notice any redness or gum swelling, it could be due to some deposits of tartar in between your teeth. It is important to get those deposits removed to make your gums healthy again.
- Its always beneficial, if you visit the dentist before planning for pregnancy as the gum disease aggravates during pregnancy.
- During pregnancy, always try to make at least one visit if you are not very regular with your dental appointments. Routine dental care can be done any time during pregnancy. For more invasive treatments, second trimester is considered safe comparatively.
- When you go to the dentist, make sure they know you’re pregnant. Dental X rays are not advisable during pregnancy.
