Dental Hygiene During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is beautiful and exciting! However, it brings changes that also affect your dental health. We provide comprehensive advice on dental hygiene during pregnancy.

Why is dental prophylaxis important during pregnancy?

Pregnancy Gingivitis and Periodontitis

Due to hormonal changes, the pH value and the oral mucosa change. Bacteria can more easily settle, causing inflammation of the gums and tissue structures around the tooth. An unpleasant consequence may be more frequent gum bleeding during brushing, swelling of the oral mucosa, and increased occurrence of cavities. Therefore, it is advisable to undergo professional dental cleaning during pregnancy.

Preserve Tooth Enamel and Avoid Periodontal Damage

Many pregnant women experience nausea in the first months of their pregnancy. The stomach acid produced attacks the tooth enamel. The risk of tooth loss is increased during this phase.

A small tip: After pregnancy vomiting, do not immediately brush your teeth, but wait at least half an hour to neutralize the acid.

Dental prophylaxis reduces the risk of the mentioned impairments.

When is the ideal time for dental treatment during pregnancy?

Ideally, have treatment performed in the second trimester of pregnancy.

In the first and last trimesters, dental treatments should only be performed in emergencies. Check-ups are possible at any time.

Dental prophylaxis protects your child

After the birth of your child, new parents should pay special attention to their dental health. Cavity-causing bacteria can easily be transmitted to the newborn.

We recommend scheduling an examination at the beginning of your pregnancy to provide comprehensive advice. For the sake of you and your baby!