Dental Hygiene During Pregnancy
Filed in archive Pregnancy on February 13, 2007
You've no doubt heard the old saying about a woman losing a tooth for every pregnancy? Well, apparently there's some truth in it after all. Several dental problems can strike while a woman is expecting a child.
It's all due to those pesky hormones. Four of these, essential to the pregnancy, are produced in greater quantities than normal, and this sudden spurt of hormones changes the way our gums react to plaque.
An article from the University of Manitoba says:
During pregnancy there is a special need for good oral hygiene because pregnancy may exaggerate the body's normal response to dental plaque. This is because four basic hormones vital to the continuation of pregnancy are produced in large quantities during the gestation period. This hormonal increase exaggerates the way the gum tissues react to the bacteria in plaque, resulting in an increased likelihood that a pregnant women will develop gum disease if her daily plaque control is not adequate. It is important to note, that it is the plaque, and not the increased hormone levels that is the major cause of pregnancy gingivitis.
About Dental Care offers some excellent advice on oral hygiene during pregnancy, including regular visits to the dentist and thorough brushing and flossing.

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San Jose DDS
(02/03/09 1:59am)
This is very informative, especially to pregnant women. Further more, make sure to visit a dentist so that he or she can guide you and educate you of what should be done regarding dental hygiene during pregnancy
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Dental Brandon
(12/01/09 2:32am)
Thanks for spreading the word about the importance of dental health during pregnancy. The best advice to women considering pregnancy is to visit their dentist for a checkup and to treat any oral problems before becoming pregnant.
During your pregnancy, your teeth and gums need special attention. Regular brushing and flossing, eating a balanced diet and visiting your dentist regularly will help reduce dental problems that accompany pregnancy.
During your pregnancy, your teeth and gums need special attention. Regular brushing and flossing, eating a balanced diet and visiting your dentist regularly will help reduce dental problems that accompany pregnancy.
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George
(03/01/10 1:32pm)
I heard a talk by a NYC dentist who said dental neglect by moms-to-be has been linked to low-birthweight, pre-term delivery and gestational diabetes. She said that today's dental treatments, even x-rays and anesthesia, are safe for mom and baby and will help assure the health of both mother and growing child. Anyone interested in a free booklet on the subject can contact geo2301@gmail.com or write to "Free Dental Care Booklet," PO Box 429, Jericho, NY 11753.
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Thanks for advice on oral hygiene during pregnancy.