If you’re pregnant, you’re on your way to an exciting new chapter in your life. During those nine months, you’re probably busy trying to eat right and doing everything else you can to make sure your body is healthy, and so your baby is healthy, too. It may not be your first thought, but while you’re looking after your wellness, it’s important not to let your dental health slip. Pregnancy comes with certain oral health risks, and being a little proactive with your dental care can help you avoid those. Here are some tips for how to take care of your teeth while you’re pregnant:
Keep Up with Your Dental Visits
We know you probably don’t want to add another trip to the doctor’s office amid all the other ones you need to go to leading up to the birth, but it’s a good idea to still maintain those routine dentist visits. Due to all the hormonal changes that happen during pregnancy, you can be more at risk for gum disease. When you visit the dentist, we can take a look at your gum health and make sure everything looks fine, and if not, provide the necessary treatment. The earlier you catch gum disease the better so the symptoms and damage don’t get worse.
Use Alternatives If You Have Morning Sickness
Pregnant women suffering from morning sickness may have trouble following through with their normal at-home dental care routine. If that happens to you, consider swapping your toothpaste for one that has more of a bland flavor. Any time after you’ve vomited, rinse your mouth out with water so you can clean away any stomach acid left on your teeth. Otherwise, it could lead to decay.
Brush & Floss Daily
This last tip is an easy one! Everyone should brush their teeth twice a day and floss at least once a day, and pregnant women are no exception. Follow through with that throughout your pregnancy so you can ensure that you’re doing your part to keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you’re having problems with plaque, you might even want to throw a mouthwash into the mix, too.
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If you’re pregnant, you’re on your way to an exciting new chapter in your life. During those nine months, you’re probably busy trying to eat right and doing everything else you can to make sure your body is healthy, and so your baby is healthy, too. It may not be your first thought, but while you’re looking after your wellness, it’s important not to let your dental health slip. Pregnancy comes with certain oral health risks, and being a little proactive with your dental care can help you avoid those. Here are some tips for how to take care of your teeth while you’re pregnant: