Dental care during pregnancy is extremely important. From keeping up with daily oral hygiene, to monitoring changes in young mouth, the more care you take with your oral health the healthier your baby will be. Just as you have doctor visits for prenatal checkups, it’s also important to visit your dentist for prenatal dental care. Your dentist can help discuss changes in oral health during pregnancy and what to look for. There is a connection between your health during pregnancy and your baby’s health, so visiting your dentist during pregnancy is essential.

During pregnancy, the changing hormone levels can leave your mouth more vulnerable to bacteria and plaque, both of which create tender,swollen gums during pregnancy. This can put you at greater risk for tooth decay and gum disease.

Pregnancy Gingivitis
Gum inflammation is more likely to occur during the second trimester. Your gums may be swollen, tender, and may bleed a little during brushing and flossing.

Teeth Cavities & Teeth Decay
Plaque buildup during pregnancy is common, but brushing and flossing regularly can help. Your body may not fight off plaque as easily when you’re pregnant, which can lead to tooth decay and gingivitis.

Use a Teaspoon of baking soda mixed in water and rinse your mouth.

Use a Fluoride based Anti-Cavity Toothpaste

Visit a Dentist, if you feel severe discomfort or severe pain.

Right Time: The right time to get dental care is when you are planning for pregnancy. Visit a dentist for a dental checkup and try to finish your dental treatments as once the pregnancy is set we cannot take Xrays and there may be complications.

Basic procedures can be completed only in 2nd trimester that too without the help of XRays.

1st and 3rd Trimesters: We do not advice any treatments during these trimesters. However emergency procedures can be done without XRays only in severe cases.

Does the growing baby take the calcium in my tooth?
No, this is a myth and this does not happen.

For every pregnancy there should be a tooth loss?
No, there is no basis to this myth. Tooth Loss is not advised and hence take precautions.

Brushing should be avoided for at least 2 months after pregnancy?
No, absolutely not. Maintain a good oral hygiene during and after pregnancy. Maintaining good oral hygiene during pregnancy will lead to good teeth to children and this is justified by many studies.

Maintain good oral hygiene during pregnancy

Dental Care during pregnancy is vital. Brush twice a day and use mouthwash. In case you notice gum inflammation or teeth sensitivity, consult a dentist.