How to take care of oral cavity during pregnancy?

08 April 2022

The fetus, in the process of growth, absorbs micronutrients and vitamins from the mother's body. Their supply in the pregnant woman's body decreases, which always leaves traces on the jaw-tooth system of a mother. These elements ensure the strength of the enamel and its resistance to caries. It should also be noted that the hormonal changes in a pregnant woman's body also affect the health of her oral cavity. It has been scientifically proven that the high  amount of hormones in the tooth-gum cavity promotes the intensive multiplication of bacteria. This is why it is important for expectant mothers to pay attention to oral health throughout pregnancy and to avoid any kind of complication.

Pregnant women should pay special attention to oral care, daily, at home. Multiple carious defects are an ideal environment for the accumulation of food waste in the oral cavity. This in turn promotes the growth of bacteria which in turn is a prerequisite for the development of new caries and inflammation of the gums.

What oral diseases increase during pregnancy?

In pregnant women periodontal diseases and caries  are most common. Pregnant women often complain of bleeding gums and bad breath due to hormonal changes in the body, which is typical for gingivitis. Frequent vomiting in the first trimester of pregnancy (first three months) causes an increase in salivary acidity. Carbohydrates, an acidic environment, is an ideal environment for the rapid multiplication of microorganisms, which in turn leads to the emergence of new caries.

Visiting a dentist during pregnancy

The myth that you can not visit a dentist during pregnancy is false. Because of this common belief, pregnant women often avoid going to the dentist, which further aggravates the condition. Soon to be  mothers should definitely consult a professional. It is best to visit the dentist during all three trimesters. At “Blits-Dental Kakhaber Kharebava Clinic”, mothers will find a comfortable environment adapted to their needs, and a team of professionals will assess the condition throughout pregnancy, provide reliable information and  help prevent diseases (caries, gingivitis, periodontitis).

Tooth extraction and caries treatment during pregnancy

The most favorable period for the teeth treatment during pregnancy is the second trimester (3 to 6 months). If a patient has some kind of a tooth pain or complication in the first or third trimester, it is examined with special care. The dentist, in consultation with the gynecologist, establishes a treatment plan and a list of prescribed medications.

A nursing mother and teeth

It is possible that the tooth will not bother you during the whole pregnancy, but during lactation, problems appear in the form of hypersensitivity, inflammation of the gums or caries. This is because during breastfeeding, the mother loses the minerals needed by the body along with the milk and passes it on to the newborn. The mother's diet during lactation is especially important and should be given the utmost attention. During or after pregnancy, foods should be saturated with calcium, fluoride, other micronutrients, minerals, and vitamins (Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D). Taking any medication is based on individual needs and they should definitely be selected on the advice of a gynecologist. Keep in mind that milk and dairy products, cabbage, spinach, radishes are rich in calcium.

Expecting mothers need to know:

•  It is important for the little one's health not only to take care of the mother's mouth, but also of the closest relatives, especially the father: it is possible for the father to pass the bacteria to the little one during close contact.
• Keep in mind that the unhealthy oral cavity of the mother also hurts the fetus: pathogenic microorganisms easily enter the embryo through your body.

Recommendations

• Brush your teeth for 2-3 minutes after each meal.
• Use fluoride-containing oral hygiene products.
• Replace your toothbrush every 3 months

"Blits Dental - Kakhaber Kharebava the best dental clinic Tbilisi."  recommends you  not to miss visits to the dentist during pregnancy and lactation, for the health of you and your baby.