During pregnancy, the denture is also affected, it is very common to suffer problems with the gums and enamel. Cavities and gingivitis are very annoying, sometimes unbearable, a previous care of your teeth and with more cure during the gestational period, it will help avoid the old proverb "for every child, one tooth."
During pregnancy the composition of the saliva is disturbed, and this favors the rapid development of bacteria. A high consumption of sugars can make dental plaque more aggressive, and the bacteria that live there produce acids that attack enamel and cause tooth decay. If it is not resolved in time, more than one dental piece may be affected.
Gum inflammation or gingivitis becomes more evident at the end of the first trimester, then it can be maintained or increased in the second trimester, but it will remit after delivery. Its main reason is the increased blood flow to all the mucous membranes that softens the tissues, including the gums. Many pregnant women have gums bleeding from this cause, especially when they brush their teeth. And if gingivitis is not treated properly, it can trigger a periodental disease that affects the tissues that join the tooth and bone.
To avoid these problems, maintain good oral hygiene, brush your teeth at least twice a day, if necessary with a softer brush, and floss for areas where the brush cannot reach. The increase in calcium intake with yogurts, cheeses, milk, etc. It will strengthen your bones and teeth, in addition to consuming proteins from meat, fish and legumes that will help in the defense against infections. Vitamins such as B, C and D, will also be a good support.
If you need to have a filling, don't worry, the local anesthetic used in this case is safe and has no harmful effects on your baby. What they can't do to you will be x-rays. Visiting the dentist as soon as you notice any oral discomfort can prevent major illnesses, even in the health of your baby. Do not miss it.
