Pregnancy and Oral Health

Congratulations! This is an exciting time in your life. It’s important to let the dentist and dental staff know that you’re expecting. It’s recommended that expectant mothers make a dental appointment early during pregnancy to address any dental needs or concerns. Your oral health can affect you and the health of your baby and their teeth. It has been a common belief that pregnancy and oral health have nothing to do with each other. In fact, many of the physiological changes occurring during pregnancy can affect oral health such as dental cavities, pregnancy gingivitis, periodontal disease, pregnancy tumors, and tooth erosion.