Oral health during pregnancy

Oral health has many branches and it has an important effect in the pregnancy process. Annually, different studies around the world show that there is a strong link between periodontal diseases and preterm births.

The pregnant women who often have periodontal diseases are much more likely than others to have small, low weight babies and premature births. Because of this alarming situation at Clinical Alfa we decided to covering different solutions to these diseases including the gingivitis treatment.

Periodontal diseases stimulate and directly affect the production of each of the biological fluids that induce labor in childbirth, this is why is recommended to get treatment for gingivitis and other diseases. In addition, it is suggested that when the disease worsens during pregnancy precautions to avoid a premature pregnancy should be taken.

There are different advices that we offer you at Clinica Alfa to ensure a healthy pregnancy but the main advice is to set a consultation with your dentist to prevent any dental problem since these can trigger several complications.

What is gingivitis?

Gingivitis is nothing but inflammation of the gums, this often occurs during pregnancy. The treatment for gingivitis is almost the same for most gum diseases.

  • The tartar should be removed, this our dentists’ specialty.
  • The patient should be advised on how to brush properly and the type of brush is suited for her along with the mouthwash type she should use daily to reduce inflammation.

At Clinica Alfa there are specialists in the orthodontics field who always provide the best care to all our patients, making them feel confident and secure in our hands, we have highly qualified professionals to meet any oral problems that could be presented, even during the gestation period.

Request your valuation appointment with us, we will be glad to assist you.