{"id":500,"date":"2019-05-24T09:03:41","date_gmt":"2019-05-24T08:03:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/?p=500"},"modified":"2019-05-30T09:45:55","modified_gmt":"2019-05-30T08:45:55","slug":"looking-after-your-teeth-while-pregnant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/looking-after-your-teeth-while-pregnant\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking after your teeth while pregnant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>During pregnancy, hormonal imbalances can make your teeth and gums more prone to disease and infection. Luckily, you can avoid this situation by visiting the dentist for cleanings and check-ups regularly. If you are expecting and you can\u2019t remember when the last time you visited your dentist was, it\u2019s time to book your next appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"325\" height=\"217\" src=\"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pregnant-women.jpg\" alt=\"Dentist in Mackay\" class=\"wp-image-501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pregnant-women.jpg 325w, https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pregnant-women-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/northernbeachesdental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pregnant-women-200x134.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At <strong>Northern Beaches Dental<\/strong>, we encourage our pregnant patients to\nvisit us as frequently as possible throughout their pregnancy. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernbeachesdental.com.au\/\">dentist\nin Mackay<\/a> can tell if your teeth are\nsimply sensitive or if you are experiencing a response to plaque that builds on\nyour teeth. In any case, it\u2019s really important to take good care of your teeth\nand gums while pregnant and after you give birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common myths busted<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary\nto popular belief, it is absolutely safe to have dental work while pregnant.\nHowever, dental procedures that require oral surgery (such as dental implants)\ncan wait after you have given birth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\nsuspect you are pregnant, it\u2019s really important to take a test and let your <strong>dentist in Mackay<\/strong> know as soon as possible. Some medications\nare not safe for pregnant women, yet your dentist can substitute them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most\ndental treatments are safe during pregnancy. However, x-rays are not\nrecommended in the second trimester. In any case, if your <strong>dentist in Mackay<\/strong>\nthinks it\u2019s really important to have an x-ray, they will offer you the best\nprotection possible against the radiation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dealing with gum disease and morning sickness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we\u2019ve\nalready mentioned, your hormone levels are bound to spike while you are\npregnant. Elevated hormone levels can cause gum disease. This type of gum\ndisease is really easy to cure, but it\u2019s essential to see your dentist\nregularly for early diagnosis. If left untreated, pregnancy-induced gum disease\ncan cause serious problems (i.e. it has been associated with low birth weight\nand premature birth).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the\nsame time, morning sickness can also compromise your tooth enamel and cause\ncavities. To ensure that your tooth enamel remains strong and functional, brush\nyour teeth softly 30 minutes after vomiting and use an antibacterial mouthwash\nto ensure that no acidic remains are left in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All treatment carries risks.\nIndividual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure\nthat the treatment is right for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During pregnancy, hormonal imbalances can make your teeth and gums more prone to disease and infection. Luckily, you can avoid this situation by visiting the dentist for cleanings and check-ups regularly. If you are expecting and you can\u2019t remember when the last time you visited your dentist was, it\u2019s time to book your next appointment. 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