Pregnancy is unique period during women's life with complex physiological changes which can adversely affect oral health.At the same time,oral health is the key to health  and well being of not only the mother but also the baby

 WHAT IS IT?                                                                                        WHAT TO DO

  • Pregnancy hormonal changes cause gingivitis                               -  Frequent cleaning,twice brushing with            (red ,swollen & bleeding gums)                                                       fluoride tooth paste & mouth wash
  • More prone to cavities                                                                    -   Avoid carbohydrates and sticky foods than usual
  • Morning sickness and frequent vomiting (increase acid                -   Rinse a teaspoon of baking soda with water to   

        your mouth and affect enamel in teeth)                                                stop stomach acid attacking from your teeth and                                                                                                                      avoid brushing immediately  after vomiting

  • Overgrowth of tissue on gums called pregnancy tumor                 -   Visit dentist 

                 -  Prior visit to dentist  helps you to get diagnosed about wisdom teeth any other major dental procedures.

                 -Inform the dentist about pregnancy before starting your procedure
                -Best time to undergo elective dental treatment is second trimester(14-20 weeks). 
                -Your baby's teeth begin to develop between third and sixth month.hence,it is very essential to take moe vitamin A,C&D,protein,calcium and phosphorous rich foods.