Dental care during pregnancy is important for maintaining the overall health of both mother and baby.
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Tooth and gum problems increase in pregnant women due to hormonal changes during pregnancy.
If the health condition of the mother’s mouth is not good, it can also affect the development of the baby’s teeth and gums.
So women need to take special care of their teeth and gums during this time.
A common dental problem during pregnancy is known as ‘pregnancy gingivitis’.
It is a type of gum disease that occurs due to hormonal disturbances during pregnancy.
Which shows signs of reddening, swelling and bleeding gums. This can be treated using scaling, a method of cleaning teeth.
If not treated in time, S can lead to a serious gum problem called periodontists.
Tooth decay is another dental problem that occurs during pregnancy.
Hormonal disturbances can only lead to the growth of plaque on the teeth which, if not treated in time, can lead to tooth decay, which causes swelling of the gums, bleeding, sore mouth and breath, and loose teeth.
Pregnant women should brush their teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss to prevent plaque build-up.
Regular dental checkups are important for early detection and treatment of tooth decay.
Another problem seen during pregnancy is nausea and it also affects oral health.
Stomach acid in vomit can erode the enamel on the teeth, causing tooth sensitivity and itching.
Pregnant women should rinse their mouth after vomiting and brush their teeth as soon as possible.
Care should be taken about medications taken during pregnancy.
Some medications can affect oral health. For example, some medications used to treat vomiting can cause dry mouth, which can increase the risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
Pregnant women should discuss and consult with their dentist and obstetrician about any medications they are taking.
Taking good care of your teeth and mouth is not just about helping your child’s teeth and gums develop.
Bacteria that cause gum disease can also be transferred to the baby during birth, which can increase the baby’s risk of tooth and gum disease.
Some dental treatments should be avoided as much as possible during pregnancy.
As such, X-rays should not be done during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Bleaching as a teeth cleaning method should also not be done in this case.
Therefore, after you decide to give birth to a child, you should first find out what your dental problem is and treat it beforehand.
Finally, dental care during pregnancy helps improve the overall health of both mother and baby.
Due to the hormonal changes that occur in this situation, the risk of dental problems increases in pregnant women and special attention should be paid to the teeth and mouth during this time.
This includes regular tooth cleaning, brushing, flossing, and regular visits to the dentist.
Pregnant women should be aware that their oral health condition can also affect the development of the baby’s teeth and gums in the womb.
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(The author is the director of Divya Smile Dental Clinic, Thulo Bharyang, Kathmandu.)