{"id":24611,"date":"2019-06-14T09:00:01","date_gmt":"2019-06-14T09:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asistenciadentalplus.com\/?p=24611"},"modified":"2019-07-08T11:43:05","modified_gmt":"2019-07-08T11:43:05","slug":"take-care-of-your-mouth-during-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/","title":{"rendered":"How to care for your mouth during pregnancy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>During pregnancy, a series of physical and hormonal changes occur that particularly affect oral health. Specifically, pregnant women become more vulnerable to certain oral diseases, making oral hygiene vitally important.<\/p>\n<p>But what exactly happens in the mouth when a woman becomes pregnant?<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#Mas_posibilidad_de_sufrir_caries\" >Higher likelihood of developing cavities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#Dientes_y_encias_mas_sensibles\" >More sensitive teeth and gums<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#Gingivitis_del_embarazo\" >Gingivitis of pregnancy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#Riesgo_de_parto_prematuro\" >Risk of premature birth<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#Consejos_para_una_buena_salud_oral_durante_el_embarazo\" >Tips for good oral health during pregnancy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#_1_Cepillate_los_dientes_despues_de_cada_comida\" >\u00a01. Brush your teeth after every meal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#2_Usa_un_cepillo_pequeno_para_evitar_las_nauseas\" >2. Use a small brush to prevent nausea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#3_Enjuagues_tras_los_vomitos\" >3. Rinsing after vomiting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#4_Manten_una_dieta_equilibrada\" >4. Maintain a balanced diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/cuidar-tu-boca-durante-embarazo\/#5_Realiza_visitas_de_control_con_tu_dentista\" >5. Schedule regular check-ups with your dentist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mas_posibilidad_de_sufrir_caries\"><\/span><strong>Higher likelihood of developing cavities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pregnant women are much more prone to tooth decay than when they are not pregnant. The reason is the vomiting and nausea common during the first three months of pregnancy.<\/p>\n<p>Vomiting wears down and erodes tooth enamel, making teeth more susceptible to cavities. Additionally, saliva composition changes during pregnancy, which can also contribute to tooth decay.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dientes_y_encias_mas_sensibles\"><\/span><strong>More sensitive teeth and gums <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Due to hormonal changes, and more specifically the increase in estrogen, pregnant women experience greater sensitivity in their teeth and gums. It&#039;s normal for their mouths to be much more sensitive to hot or cold foods, and for their gums to become inflamed more quickly, sometimes even bleeding.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gingivitis_del_embarazo\"><\/span><strong>Gingivitis of pregnancy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Due to hormonal changes and increased tooth sensitivity, if proper hygiene is not maintained, it is common for the condition known as &quot;pregnancy gingivitis&quot; to appear. In fact, according to the Spanish General Council of Dentists, between 60% and 70% of pregnant women suffer from this condition during pregnancy.<\/p>\n<p>Gingivitis is the inflammation and redness of the gums caused by the accumulation of plaque between the teeth. Therefore, if a pregnant woman does not maintain proper and strict oral hygiene, there is a very high probability that she will develop it.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to combat it is by brushing your teeth after every meal and using dental floss once a day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Riesgo_de_parto_prematuro\"><\/span><strong>Risk of premature birth <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Several studies have shown that poor oral health during pregnancy can increase the risk of premature birth. It may also contribute to the baby being born with a lower birth weight than expected.<\/p>\n<p>Hence the vital importance of good hygiene throughout pregnancy, in addition to regular dental check-ups.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consejos_para_una_buena_salud_oral_durante_el_embarazo\"><\/span><strong>Tips for good oral health during pregnancy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_1_Cepillate_los_dientes_despues_de_cada_comida\"><\/span><strong>\u00a01.\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Brush your teeth after every meal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As pregnancy progresses, women tend to eat smaller portions more frequently, so it&#039;s important to brush their teeth more often and floss at least once a day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Usa_un_cepillo_pequeno_para_evitar_las_nauseas\"><\/span><strong>2. Use a small brush to prevent nausea<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Regular toothbrushes can increase feelings of nausea and vomiting. Therefore, it&#039;s advisable to use a smaller toothbrush and brush more carefully and gently.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Enjuagues_tras_los_vomitos\"><\/span><strong>3. Rinsing after vomiting <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#039;s not advisable to brush your teeth immediately after vomiting; it&#039;s best to rinse your mouth with water and wait 30 minutes. After half an hour, you can proceed with your usual brushing routine.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Manten_una_dieta_equilibrada\"><\/span><strong>4. Maintain a balanced diet <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A low-sugar diet has only advantages. But if cravings become very strong, it&#039;s best to limit sugary foods to mealtimes, and not between meals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Realiza_visitas_de_control_con_tu_dentista\"><\/span><strong>5. Schedule regular check-ups with your dentist <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is very important that a specialized dentist visits you and performs regular check-ups to ensure that everything is as it should be.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to enjoy the best oral health care during your pregnancy, don&#039;t hesitate to visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/\">Asistencia Dental Plus<\/a>. We have treated hundreds of pregnant patients and would be delighted to assist you to ensure the best possible health for you and your future baby.<\/p>\n<p>Also, remember that the first visit is free. <a href=\"https:\/\/asistenciadentalplus.com\/en\/contacto-aistencia-dental-plus\/\">Contact us from here<\/a> and ensure good oral health during your pregnancy.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Durante el embarazo se producen toda una serie de cambios f\u00edsicos y hormonales que afectan especialmente a la salud oral. En concreto, las embarazadas se vuelven m\u00e1s vulnerables a algunas enfermedades bucodentales por lo que su higiene oral adquiere una vital importancia. Pero, \u00bfqu\u00e9 ocurre exactamente en la boca cuando una mujer se queda embarazada? 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