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You should also go to the dentist

When a woman is thinking about getting pregnant it is doubtful if she thinks she should also go to her dentist.

Dentist explains how pregnancy affects oral health and what treatments are allowed and not allowed to be performed during this period?

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Dr. Hagai Slutsky, guest article

Monday, 26 October 2020, 00:02

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Dental health is important in any situation.

Woman brushing two (Photo: shutterstock)

Most women are aware that before pregnancy it is recommended to go to a breast surgeon and undergo genetic tests, but how many then know that it is also recommended to go to the dentist?

This is because pregnant women may suffer more from the appearance of tooth decay and acute gum disease that can affect the condition of the teeth in the long run.

We will start by saying that the myth that the baby takes the calcium from the mother and thus harms her teeth is not true.

It is the increased hormonal activity that characterizes this period, which affects the health of the mouth - the gums are more sensitive and the body responds more dramatically to the accumulation of bacterial plaque.

There is a phenomenon called Oral pregnancy tumor which means excessive growth of the gums in an inflammatory response to the bacterial plaque, the gums become extremely swollen.

Although in any condition of gingivitis we anticipate swelling in the gums, only in cases of pregnancy the reaction of the gums may be dramatic.

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In addition, women who suffer from vomiting in the first trimester, and especially those who have difficulty brushing their teeth because it stimulates the vomiting reflex, creates a high acidity in the mouth that can damage the teeth and accelerate the development of caries disease.

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Is it allowed to do dental treatment during pregnancy?

Before planning a pregnancy it is highly advisable to go to a dentist who will assess the condition of the mouth and recommend treatments as needed.

It is also advisable to perform a routine dental treatment that will prevent multiple tartar around the teeth.

If treatment is needed during pregnancy, it is permissible and even obligatory to treat it.

For, maternal fever and systemic infection are among the most detrimental to fetal development.

If there is a medical condition in the teeth that causes bacteremia (an infection that spreads in the body and causes bacteria to enter the blood vessels) in this type of condition, when the lymph nodes around the mouth are reactive, must follow antibiotics to prevent antibiotics and stop the worsening immediately.

It is recommended to perform routine treatment before getting pregnant.

Woman at the dentist (Photo: shutterstock)

X-rays are best postponed to later stages rather than the first trimester, however, if one or two photographs are required for emergency treatment they should be taken with conventional radiation protections.

Antibiotics for dental infections (moxifene) in pregnancy - if necessary can be taken and even important because heat fever is more dangerous to the fetus than consuming antibiotics.

Of course the gynecologist and dentist should be consulted who will recommend the appropriate medications for pregnancy.

How can we reduce the damage to oral health during pregnancy?

A visit to the dentist to assess the condition before pregnancy

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In addition, do not avoid testing or treatment if necessary during the months of pregnancy.

For pregnant women in general and those with excessive sensitivity in particular, it is recommended to maintain a healthy diet and avoid sugars that stick to the teeth and rinse and even brush, the mouth after every meal, it is recommended to use mouthwashes that contain fluoride.

Despite the nausea and vomiting do not give up thorough brushing.

It is important to note that studies have found that poor oral hygiene can allow bacteria and various contaminants to enter the bloodstream and cause premature birth and low birth weight.

Therefore, it is highly recommended to keep the oral cavity clean despite the difficulties that arise during pregnancy and not to give up treatment for any problem that arises in the mouth.

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