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Tooth Whitening and Pregnancy

Rara — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:46:08 +0000

Is there any risk to whiten teeth during pregnancy?
Is no conclusive scientific studies to affirm or deny that the teeth whitening products are safe in pregnancy.
So the manufacturers of these products recmiendan not use in pregnant women.

What would be the danger of using them?
The danger lies mainly in the intake of these substances by the mother who could bring some result in the fetus.
For this reason one recommended to wait at the end of pregnancy to whiten teeth.

Gum Changes During Pregnancy

Rara — Sun, 16 May 2010 14:37:00 +0000

During pregnancy there is increased to suffer from gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis). These alterations of the gingiva is shown as: Pregnancy Gingivitis.

It is due to the influence of certain hormones on gingival tissues during pregnancy. Some women may notice enlarged gums and a bright red at the margins. These gums may bleed spontaneously or brushing teeth. It also appears at times a sense of bad breath. With the proper treatment of gums and oral hygiene (plaque control) appropriate this situation is fully controllable.

Granuloma in pregnant women
It is, localized overgrowth of the gum. This gum has a soft, bright red. This growth is usually located in the margin of the gum between two teeth. It occurs more often in anterior teeth (incisor and canine) and the maxilla. After delivery usually subsides spontaneously.

Due to hormonal changes the gums are likely to increase in size and acquire a bright red at the margins. These gums may bleed spontaneously or brushing teeth. It also appears at times a sense of bad breath. With the proper treatment of gums and good oral hygiene situation is completely controllable.

In pregnant patients with advanced and uncontrolled disease of the gums (periodontitis) has detected a relationship to preterm delivery.

Pregnancy and Oral Contraceptives

Rara — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:53:05 +0000

There is an old saying, “A tooth lost for every child.” While it may seem exaggerated, it is actually based loosely on the facts. The teeth and gums are affected by pregnancy, like other tissues in your body.

Most often, women may experience an increase in gingivitis, known as pregnancy gingivitis, beginning in the second or third month and their severity will increase until the eighth month. During this period, some women may experience swelling, bleeding gums, redness or tenderness in the gum tissue.

In some cases, swollen gums during pregnancy can react with some irritating substances under, forming large masses. These growths of the gums, are called pregnancy tumors are not cancerous and are usually painful.
Commonly after pregnancy it disappear, but sometimes may require surgical intervention.

The best way to prevent gum problems associated with pregnancy, is to start with healthy gums. If you is still hanging in pregnancy, you should visit a periodontist for a complete periodontal evaluation.

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you must know that their periodontal health may affect the health of your baby. Studies have shown that any infection during pregnancy, including periodontal infection is a concern and could have a significant risk for premature delivery or having a baby with low birth weight.

If you are taking any oral contraceptive (pills) can affect your oral health conditions. The synthetic hormones in oral contraceptives are designed to simulate pregnancy and in turn can cause the gums to put red, swollen and bleeding.

If you are taking oral contraceptives is recommended to be careful periodontal monitoring and excellent oral hygiene and professional care staff are essential to ensure the health of your gum tissue and bone supporting the teeth. as always is important to mention to your doctor about any medications you’re taking, including oral contraceptives. This will help eliminate the risk caused by adverse drug interactions popular antibiotics, which can decrease the effect of an oral contraceptive.

Pregnancy and Dental Care

Rara — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:12:20 +0000

Too many stories about pregnant wife and teeth in ancient times. Thus, we affirm that pregnancy does not cause your teeth to be bad. This is contrary to the story that says that every pregnancy is the loss of a tooth.

After doctors told her the joyous occasion, a pregnant mother (who often perform jobs such as domestic work) involved in many extra activities such as attending the birth clinic donation, buy baby clothes, may change the atmosphere of the house to accommodate a baby. Therefore can be understood if she delayed to check her teeth to the dentist.

With the presence of the baby she was more hooked than ever before and it may last for a year or two years before seeing a dentist. In addition to her own teeth care forget his many are tempted by the lure of sweet foods or sweet foods that contain other carbohydrates. Therefore, at the time, teeth may feel very sick, but they did not care for the pregnancy.

Two circumstances may occur: damage to the teeth, usually can occur during pregnancy, at around the surface of teeth with gums. Gingivitis (inflammation of the gums), in which the gums become red and swollen and bleed easily.