Great Oral Health Starts in the Womb

Many parents assume that oral health isn’t an issue with their little ones until those first few teeth break through, but believe me when I say, this is not the case. Oral health becomes an issue during the first three months of pregnancy! That’s right—your baby’s teeth start developing during those first 12 weeks, and research indicates that the oral health of Mom at this time plays a huge role in the kind of oral health Baby will experience later in life.

Women experience significant changes in their hormone levels during pregnancy, which often results in gingivitis—an early stage of gum disease—between months 2 and 8 of pregnancy. While gingivitis can be treated easily if caught early on, gum disease can wreak havoc on your own health as well as on your baby’s health. To avoid causing lasting damage, see your dentist at least twice during your pregnancy, and especially whenever you notice that your gums are red, swollen or bleeding. Your dentist can clear up the infection and give you the best advice on how to take care of your own oral health so that you can ensure the best possible oral health for your little one.

At Lakeshore Family Dentistry, we understand that women have different needs than men do when it comes to their oral health. We also understand that pregnancy is supposed to be one of the most magical times in a woman’s life. If you’re a mom-to-be, let us help keep this time in your life magical—visit http://www.lakeshorefamilydentist.com/library/42/WomenandToothCare.html to see how we can provide the best dental care for you and your little one.

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