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Pregnancy gingivitis

Pregnancy gingivitis is gum inflammation during pregnancy that can cause swelling and bleeding because of hormonal changes.

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Gum bleeding and pregnancy gingivitis

Gum bleeding and pregnancy gingivitis

Why pregnancy gingivitis happens Pregnancy gingivitis is an inflammatory response of the gums that becomes more likely during pregnancy because of hormonal shifts, especially increases in estrogen and progesterone. These hormonal changes can alter the microenvironment of the gingival sulcus and make the tissues more vulnerable to the inflammatory effects of dental biofilm, even when […]

Personal hygiene during pregnancy

Personal hygiene during pregnancy

Why hygiene becomes more important in pregnancy Pregnancy does not mean you need a special antiseptic routine, but it does mean that some ordinary habits become more consequential. Mucosal tissues may be more sensitive, the vaginal microbiome can shift, and hormonal changes may increase the likelihood of gingival swelling, vaginal discharge, or skin irritation. At […]