danger of toothache in pregnant women. During pregnancy a prospective mother experiences some changes in her. Changes that occur not only physical, but also changes in the state of teeth and mouth. All this is due to the occurrence of hormonal changes.

Forms of disorders of the teeth and mouth that can occur, among others:

Gingivitis (gingivitis)

Increased levels of estrogen hormone cause pregnant women are more susceptible to gingivitis and gingival hyperplasia (thickening of swollen gums). Gingivitis usually attacks along the edges of the gums, and the gums between the teeth. The occurrence of these hormonal changes will aggravate the state of gingivitis that already exists.

Pyogenic granuloma (pregnancy tumor)

Based on the Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research, this case is quite rare, ie only in 1-5 percent of pregnant women. This condition occurs as a result of an abnormal increase in the number of blood vessels. The cause is a change in sex hormones, which in the area has happened inflammation of the gums due to the buildup of dental plaque.

Usually this condition occurs on the outer side of the gums between the teeth, and can occur anytime during pregnancy, especially in the first pregnancy during the 1st and 2nd trimesters. But do not worry, this condition will heal itself after the birth process.

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Pregnant women can also experience rocking teeth, which usually occur in late pregnancy. This is due to changes in the tissues surrounding the tooth root surface or other causes that are not related to pregnancy. Shake teeth in pregnant women are not associated with a lack of calcium supply in the body, and usually will improve after childbirth.

The erosion of tooth enamel

Morning sickness is common in pregnant women, which causes nausea and vomiting due to increased levels of hormone gonadotropin (hormones that play a role in fertility) in the first trimester. In pregnant women who experience vomiting too often to interfere with activity or as in bulimic patients, gastric acid can erode the inner side of the tooth, especially in the front teeth.

Pregnant women and mothers who are planning a pregnancy should get complete information about dental health. Sufficient information about oral health can prevent you from the above mentioned health problems.

Some measures such as regular toothbrushing, tartar cleaning, root planing (removal of residual calculus in cementum removed from the roots), and regular dental polishing are safe to do at any time during pregnancy. Such measures can optimally avoid tooth and mouth disorders in pregnant women during pregnancy