{"id":508,"date":"2015-09-11T14:12:10","date_gmt":"2015-09-11T14:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.micheldental.com\/?p=508"},"modified":"2024-03-12T15:49:27","modified_gmt":"2024-03-12T15:49:27","slug":"its-important-for-expectant-mothers-to-see-us-while-theyre-pregnant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.micheldental.com\/blog\/2015\/09\/11\/its-important-for-expectant-mothers-to-see-us-while-theyre-pregnant\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s Important For Expectant Mothers To See Us While They\u2019re Pregnant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Congratulations on your pregnancy! If you didn\u2019t know already, having a child is one of the most rewarding experiences you\u2019ll ever have. When you bring a tiny human into this world, your world changes forever. You\u2019re now a parent, and it\u2019s a heavy load of responsibility that you have to carry for the rest of their lives. In order to keep your baby healthy, it\u2019s essential that you come in for a regular dental checkup as you would normally. This gives our dental team a chance to thoroughly inspect your mouth for any problems and clean up anything we see that could be problematic down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re calling on all moms-to-be to come in for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.micheldental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental appointment<\/a>. Our Silver Lake, KS office wants you to know that even though you\u2019re pregnant, you still need to come in for a regular appointment. There are many changes that occur in your body when you\u2019re carrying a child and some can become detrimental for your oral health. It\u2019s imperative that you\u2019re in great oral and overall health before giving birth. Silver Lake dentist, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.micheldental.com\/about-us.html\">Dr. Michel<\/a>, provides excellent dental services for each of our patients and he can treat you, too. Our dental team will provide the gentlest of care.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Pregnancy Affects Dental Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that carrying a child affects your whole body, not just your mouth. It makes sense \u2013 another human is developing inside of you and it can temporarily change the way some systems work with each other. Hormonal changes are rampant as expected and can leave your mouth in tatters if proper treatment isn\u2019t applied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a list of the most common dental effects associated with pregnancy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pregnancy gingivitis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Periodontal (gum) disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pregnancy granuloma (red growth that appears on the upper line of gums)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disintegration of tooth enamel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, pregnancy can leave your mouth in tatters. The best way to keep your oral health in great shape is by visiting us. We can help with any problems you\u2019re experiencing and apply gentle treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take Care Of Yourself First<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot you can do in the comfort of your own home to keep your mouth healthy. It\u2019s important that you pay extra-special attention to your teeth simply because of all of the hormonal and additional changes that are occurring. It isn\u2019t just brushing and flossing that will help you keep&nbsp; your mouth healthy \u2013 there are many ways you can help keep your oral health in great shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eat and maintain a healthy diet<\/strong>. Foods that are loaded with protein, calcium and vitamins help support a baby\u2019s health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brush and floss regularly<\/strong>. Make sure you\u2019re brushing at least twice a day and flossing once. You want to do this in order to avoid pregnancy gingivitis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rinse with mouthwash<\/strong>. Any antimicrobial mouthwash can keep gingivitis-forming bacteria at bay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>See us for additional treatment<\/strong>. A general checkup and cleaning helps us keep track of what\u2019s going on in your mouth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedule Your Visit Today<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019d love to see you in for an appointment before bringing your bundle of joy into the world. Our dental team excels at providing gentle treatment for all our patients, and you will be no different. We\u2019re ready to help keep you and your baby healthy throughout your pregnancy. Dr. Michel is the Silver Lake family dentist you can trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Congratulations on your pregnancy! If you didn\u2019t know already, having a child is one of the most rewarding experiences you\u2019ll ever have. When you bring a tiny human into this world, your world changes forever. 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