If you are a mom-to-be, you’ve got a lot to think about. While your oral health may not be at the top of your list, it is yet another area of your body that is affected by pregnancy. Changing hormones and other tendencies during pregnancy can trigger the following oral health concerns:
#1 Pregnancy Gingivitis
Gum disease is the most common oral health problem for pregnant women. A rise in hormones causes the gum tissues to become inflamed, typically during the second trimester. While hormones don’t directly cause the gums to become irritated, it does make the body less able to fight off bacterial invasion from plaque buildup. (more…)