gum health

Oral Health During Pregnancy After 35: Gums, Dental Care, and Prenatal Context

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Pregnancy can change how gums respond to plaque, making bleeding, swelling, or tenderness more noticeable even when brushing habits have not changed. Nausea, reflux, food patterns, and a dry mouth can add new challenges for teeth as well. These changes are common, but they are not a reason to avoid dental care. Preventive and necessary … Ler mais

Dental Care During Pregnancy After 35: Gum Changes, X-Rays, and Routine Visits

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Pregnancy can make gums feel tender, swollen, or more likely to bleed, yet dental care is sometimes postponed because of uncertainty about cleanings, local anesthetic, or X-rays. After 35, these questions may sit beside a fuller prenatal schedule and concerns about doing everything safely. Routine oral health care is an important part of overall health … Ler mais