The gums swell and tend to bleed easily during pregnancy due to hormones, in the same way that happens with the nasal mucous membranes, which usually causes frequent nosebleeds.
Pregnancy hormones themselves make gums more likely to accumulate tartar and bacteria, so frequent and correct dental hygiene becomes especially necessary during these months if we do not want the situation to get worse. It is very common for the gums to bleed in a small amount during tooth brushing or after flossing.
We must pay special attention to red, swollen, sore and bleeding gums in excess, as they could be a sign of gingivitis which, without receiving proper treatment, could lead to periodontitis.
These gum complications could trigger premature delivery if they are not treated correctly and on time, so a visit to the specialist is necessary. Another important argument for maintaining healthy gums is that periodontal problems could also cause a woman to have a low weight baby.
And, speaking of the mother, another reason to take care of the mouth is that the teeth tend to loosen in their alveoli during pregnancy, so we do not want the saying that "a woman loses a tooth with each child" is fulfilled .
It is easy to prevent, and maintaining a correct and frequent oral hygiene and making periodic reviews in the dentist's office we will avoid major complications that may affect gums during pregnancy.
