Did you know that your dental health can also affect your Unborn Child.

Do you know there is a relation between severe gum disease (bleeding gums) in pregnant women and premature birth with low birth weight? Babies who are born prematurely are prone to risk of brain injury, problems with their eyesight and hearing.

It’s been seen that 18 out of every 100 premature births deliveries are linked with severe gum infection (periodontal disease).

Gum disease can be treated by a dentist during pregnancy.

HOW CAN YOU LOOK AFTER YOUR TEETH & GUMS BEFORE & DURING PREGNANCY?

• Brush your teeth minimum twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
• Floss or use a water pik between your teeth once a day.
• Eat a healthy diet and limit food and drinks high in added sugar.
• Avoiding tobacco products and minimising alcohol (it’s advised not to drink alcohol during pregnancy, and tobacco products should be avoided at all times).
• Visiting your dentist every 6 months.

When you are planning  a family, consult your dentist to discuss for treatments that can/should be done before the pregnancy.

If you need dental treatment during pregnancy, non-urgent procedures can often be performed after the first trimester.

ALWAYS TELL YOUR DENTIST ABOUT YOUR PREGNANCY

Dentists at K. B. Dental Delhi will take extra care when they know you’re pregnant to ensure the safety for you and your baby.

Pregnancy may make women more prone to periodontal (gum) disease and cavities. Oral health is an important part of prenatal care, given that poor oral health during pregnancy can lead to poor health outcomes for the mother and baby.

PREGNANCY & GUM DISEASE

Nearly 60 to 75% of pregnant women have gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease that occurs when the gums become red and swollen from inflammation which may be aggravated by changing hormones during pregnancy. When left untreated, the bone that supports the teeth may be lost, and the gums can further become infected. Teeth with little bone support will become loose and may eventually have to be extracted. Periodontitis has also been associated with poor pregnancy outcomes, including preterm birth and low birth weight. 

HOW PERIODONTITIS LEAD TO ADVERSE PREGNANCY OUTCOMES?

Periodontal or gum disease is known as a risk factor for preterm birth or low birth weight (PLBW) because the bacterial migration from gums into blood circulation may stimulate the production of inflammatory mediators responsible for the onset of delivery.