{"id":442,"date":"2019-09-18T22:52:51","date_gmt":"2019-09-18T22:52:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.washingtondentalnj.com\/blog\/?p=442"},"modified":"2019-09-18T22:52:51","modified_gmt":"2019-09-18T22:52:51","slug":"pregnancy-can-affect-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.washingtondentalnj.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/18\/pregnancy-can-affect-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Oral Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtondentalnj.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_110733432__1515438159_47954.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.washingtondentalnj.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_110733432__1515438159_47954-300x205.jpg\" alt=\"A pregnant woman holding her stomach.\" width=\"300\" height=\"205\" \/><\/a>Pregnancy affects nearly\u00a0every aspect of your life\u2013your lifestyle, your diet, your health, and much more! <\/strong>Your mouth is no exception to the changes your body may experience during pregnancy. During this special time, you\u2019ll need to pay particular attention to your oral health for both your sake and your growing baby\u2019s.\n\nPregnancy does not automatically damage your teeth. The old wives&#8217; tale that warns a woman to expect a lost tooth for every baby is false. If the mother&#8217;s intake of calcium is inadequate during pregnancy, her bones \u2013 not her teeth \u2013 will provide the calcium her growing baby needs. This calcium loss is quickly made up after breastfeeding is stopped.\n\nHowever, the demands of pregnancy can lead to particular dental problems in some women. With proper hygiene at home and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtondentalnj.com\/contact.html\">professional help<\/a> from your dentist, your teeth should remain healthy throughout pregnancy.\n\n<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Dental disease can affect a developing baby.<\/strong> Research has found a link between gum disease in pregnant women and premature birth with low birth weight. Babies who are born prematurely may risk a range of health conditions including cerebral palsy and problems with eyesight and hearing.\n\nEstimates suggest that up to 18 out of every 100 premature births may be triggered by periodontal disease, which is a chronic infection of the gums. Appropriate dental treatment for the expectant mother may reduce the risk of premature birth.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Pre-pregnancy dental health<\/strong>\n\nYou are less likely to have dental problems during pregnancy if you already have good oral hygiene habits. Suggestions include:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Brush your teeth at least twice daily with fluoridated toothpaste.<\/li>\n \t<li>Floss between your teeth.<\/li>\n \t<li>Visit your dentist regularly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIf you are planning on getting pregnant, but you are also planning on having some elective dental procedures, see your dentist. It is more convenient to have elective procedures done before you conceive. If you require dental treatment during pregnancy, non-urgent procedures are often performed after the first trimester.\n\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>Common causes of dental health problems during pregnancy can include:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n \t<li>gum problems<\/li>\n \t<li>vomiting<\/li>\n \t<li>cravings for sugary foods<\/li>\n \t<li>retching while brushing teeth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>Gum problems due to hormonal changes. <\/strong>\u00a0The hormones associated with pregnancy can make some women susceptible to gum problems including:\n<ul>\n \t<li>gingivitis (gum inflammation) \u2013 this is more likely to occur during the second trimester. Symptoms include swelling of the gums and bleeding, particularly during brushing and when flossing between teeth<\/li>\n \t<li>undiagnosed or untreated periodontal disease \u2013 pregnancy may worsen this chronic gum infection, which is caused by untreated gingivitis and can lead to tooth loss<\/li>\n \t<li>pregnancy epulis or pyogenic granuloma \u2013 a localised enlargement of the gum, which can bleed easily. This may require additional professional cleaning, and rarely excision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIf you have gum problems during pregnancy, it is important to get your gums checked by a dentist after you have given birth. While most types of gum problems caused by pregnancy hormones resolve after birth, a small number of women may have developed a deeper level of gum disease that will need treatment to resolve.\n\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>Morning sickness:\u00a0 Vomiting can damage teeth<\/strong>\n\nPregnancy hormones soften the ring of muscle that keeps food inside the stomach. Gastric reflux (regurgitating food or drink) or the vomiting associated with morning sickness can coat your teeth with strong stomach acids. Repeated reflux and vomiting can damage tooth enamel and increase the risk of decay.\n\nSuggestions include:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Avoid brushing your teeth immediately after vomiting. While the teeth are covered in stomach acids, the vigorous action of the toothbrush may scratch the tooth enamel.<\/li>\n \t<li>Rinse your mouth thoroughly with plain tap water.<\/li>\n \t<li>Follow up with a fluoridated mouthwash.<\/li>\n \t<li>If you don&#8217;t have a fluoridated mouthwash, put a dab of fluoridated toothpaste on your finger and smear it over your teeth. Rinse thoroughly with water.<\/li>\n \t<li>Brush your teeth at least an hour after vomiting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>You might have an increased gag reflex while brushing your teeth.<\/strong>\n\nSome pregnant women find that brushing their teeth, particularly the molars, provokes the gag reflex. However, you risk tooth decay if you don&#8217;t brush regularly.\n\nSuggestions include:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Use a brush with a small head, such as a brush made for toddlers.<\/li>\n \t<li>Take your time. Slow down your brushing action.<\/li>\n \t<li>It may help to close your eyes and concentrate on your breathing.<\/li>\n \t<li>Try other distractions, such as listening to music.<\/li>\n \t<li>If the taste of the toothpaste seems to provoke your gag reflex, switch to another brand. Alternatively, brush your teeth with water and follow up with a fluoridated mouthwash. Go back to brushing with fluoridated toothpaste as soon as you can.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>You might have food cravings while pregnant.\u00a0 <\/strong>Some women experience unusual food cravings (and food avoidance) while they are pregnant. A regular desire for sugary snacks may increase your risk of tooth decay. Try to snack on low-sugar foods instead.\n\nIf nothing but sweetness will satisfy your craving, try to sometimes choose healthier options such as fresh fruits. Rinse your mouth with water or an alcohol-free mouth rinse, or brush your teeth after having sugary snacks.\n\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>Increase your calcium during pregnancy.\u00a0 <\/strong>You need to increase your daily amount of calcium during pregnancy. Sufficient calcium will protect your bone mass and meet the nutritional needs of your developing baby.\u00a0 Good sources of dietary calcium include products such as, milk, cheese, unsweetened yogurt, and calcium-fortified soymilk.\n\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n\n<strong>Increase your vitamin D during pregnancy. <\/strong>\n\nVitamin D helps the body to utilize calcium. 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Your mouth is no exception to the changes your body may experience during pregnancy. During this special time, you\u2019ll need to pay particular attention to your oral health for both your sake and your growing baby\u2019s. Pregnancy does not automatically damage your teeth. 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