Is She Pregnant?

You might know that pregnancy also affects your oral health and thus the health of your baby.

This is mainly due to the Cravings during pregnancy.The desire for sugary snacks may lead to tooth decay.

To prevent this, try to have natural sugar like fruits. And always rinse your mouth with plain water after 15 minutes of having sugary foods.

Another reason for tooth decay during pregnancy is Vomiting.

You are advised to avoid brushing your teeth immediately after vomiting; wait at least for 1 hour and then brush your teeth, after which rinse your mouth with flouridated mouthwash.

Sometimes you may also notice inflammation of gums during pregnancy, which includes bleding of gums and if left untreated, may also lead to deeper infection.

It is important to use a toothbrush with soft bristles and fluoridated toothpaste. Also, don't forget to brush twice a day.

Studies have shown that the poor oral health of a pregnant woman can be the reason for the premature birth of her baby. This is simply because the bacteria that is present in her mouth travel from bloodstream to the uterus and ptoduce chemicals which may lead to premature birth and poor health of the baby.

Pre-pregnancy care

You should definitely take good care of your oral health before you conceive.

This will reduce your difficulty during the pregnancy period.

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To provide nutrition to your baby, include calcium in your diet. Go for milk, cheese and unsweetened yoghurt.

To utilise this calcium, take Vit. D from eggs and fatty fish.

Always inform your doctor that you are pregnant.

Dental x rays are generally safe during pregnancy but as a safety precaution, the expecting mother should be shielded. Make her go for leaded apron and collar to block any scattered radiation.

If necessary, plan your tooth extraction only in the second trimester. It is considered as the safest period for extraction during pregnancy because by this time the foetus must have grown considerably.

And in first trimester, critical organs develop in the baby. So any stress may harm the developing baby.

In the third trimester, the baby is very active and may be affected by any stress or discomfort to the mother.

Keep this in mind and keep going to your doctor for regular checkups.