{"id":237,"date":"2018-02-01T07:27:00","date_gmt":"2018-02-01T07:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.glistendental.com\/blog\/?p=237"},"modified":"2023-10-30T17:11:03","modified_gmt":"2023-10-30T17:11:03","slug":"dentist-in-tulsa-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.glistendental.com\/blog\/dentist-in-tulsa-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Gums \u2013 Healthy Baby! A Dentist in Tulsa Explains More"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Pregnant<\/a><\/p>\n

So, you recently found out that you\u2019re expecting and you\u2019re overcome with excitement! You immediately pick up some prenatal vitamins, schedule a visit with your doctor, and start thinking about how to decorate the nursery. Amidst all of the preparations (and the fact that you\u2019re suddenly exhausted at all times), your brushing and flossing routine may not be what it once was. There are so many things to think about, you figure you\u2019ll get back to it after the baby is born. While it\u2019s understandable to think that way, a dentist in Tulsa explains why your oral health is even more important than usual while you\u2019re pregnant and how to take great care of your teeth and gums.<\/p>\n

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Why Does Your Oral Health Matter During Pregnancy?<\/h2>\n

Over the last 20 years or so, researchers have found a lot of evidence that inflamed or bleeding gums can have adverse consequences for the rest of the body. While the link isn\u2019t fully understood, one theory is that inflammation in the mouth leads to inflammation in other areas.<\/p>\n

In addition, the bacteria that make up plaque and tartar can enter the bloodstream if not effectively removed during brushing and flossing. Once in the bloodstream, these bacteria travel from head to toe.<\/p>\n

During pregnancy, those same bacteria can travel to your unborn baby. Studies have shown that pregnant women who have inflamed gums can give birth prematurely or have low-weight babies.<\/p>\n

Another complicating factor is that your gums can bleed more during pregnancy due to shifting hormone levels, which is beyond your control. This is called \u201cpregnancy gingivitis\u201d and can make it especially difficult to maintain healthy gum tissue at this time!<\/p>\n

How Can You Keep Your Gums Healthy?<\/h2>\n

The first step towards a healthy mouth during pregnancy is scheduling a checkup and cleaning.<\/a> Your dentist will be able to assess the condition of your gums and gently remove any tartar buildup from under the gumline.<\/p>\n

Since the benefits of professional cleanings for pregnant women are so well established, some insurance companies will even cover them more than twice per year during pregnancy. It never hurts to find out!<\/p>\n

The second thing you can do is to be extremely diligent with your brushing and flossing. There are several tools available that can help you be more effective, such as an electric toothbrush, floss picks, or a waterpik.<\/p>\n

Even if you continue having some bleeding due to hormonal changes, keeping things as clean as possible will still be helpful!<\/p>\n

Third, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can reduce inflammation and give your body what it needs to maintain healthy teeth and gums. This can be as simple as adding vegetable soup and piece of fruit to your lunch each day.<\/p>\n

With a healthy mouth, you\u2019ll have a better chance at having a healthy baby – and that\u2019s something to smile about!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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