Raging hormones, swollen ankles, stretch marks, frequent visits to the toilet, midnight cravings. And that’s just the beginning!
With a horde of inconvenient and unusual symptoms that you get to experience during the course of your pregnancy, you also get to deal with odd changes to your teeth and gums.
Pregnancy can lead to dental problems in some women, such as increased risk of tooth decay and gum disease. However, being pregnant doesn’t mean your teeth are automatically on a downhill slope. With proper planning and good dental hygiene, you can hopefully avoid these problems. Let’s explore some of the dental risks of pregnancy and how to battle them.