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  • Sep 13, 2009, 05:02 PM
    tata85usa
    Gum inflammation and pregnant
    I have gum inflammation it's a first day
    I am also pregnant help
  • Sep 13, 2009, 07:36 PM
    flossie
    You may have the start of pregnancy gingivitis. Hormones are playing havoc on your gum tissues. You need to be very diligent with your dental care during your pregnancy. Brush with a soft toothbrush 2 times a day and clean between your teeth with dental floss, soft picks, stimudents, proxabrush(go between), or a rubber tip once a day. If your gums are bleeding you can rinse with warm salt water or use Crest ProHealth to rinse with after brushing.

    Poor oral health during pregnancy has been linked to pre-term delivery and low birth weight of the newborn.

    If it has been more than 6 months since your last dental cleaning, schedule one as soon as you can.
  • Sep 14, 2009, 07:33 PM
    tata85usa

    Is it safe to clean during pregnancy?
  • Sep 14, 2009, 08:01 PM
    flossie
    Definitely safe AND very important!
  • Sep 15, 2009, 05:07 AM
    tata85usa

    Thanks

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