While pregnancy is one of the most beautiful journeys of life, you need to be extra cautious during this time and visiting dental clinics in Guelph regularly during this phase can help you avoid any critical dental illness. What effect does pregnancy have on teeth and gums? Visiting dental clinic Guelph during pregnancy will reduce the chances of:
- Gingivitis - Enhanced risk of tooth decay and - Pregnancy tumours during pregnancy.
What are healthy dental habits during pregnancy? • • • • •
Brush and floss daily Eat a healthy and balanced diet Visit a dentist in Guelph regularly for dental check-ups To control plaque, use antimicrobial mouthwash If you suffer from morning sickness, rinse your mouth with a mixture of baking soda and water to avoid any damage to the teeth due to acidic reflux.
How to deal with food cravings and maintain healthy oral health? Having weird food carvings from extra sweet to super savoury is fine during pregnancy. But you must ensure that while you satisfy your cravings during this time, you adopt the following practices to avoid any dental issues: • Keep rinsing your mouth with tap water • Drink lots of tap water • When possible look for healthier options.
Contact Us • Contact Dr. Shivesh Ruparelia at Woolwich Dental Group who will assist you throughout your pregnancy and shall take due care of your oral health during this phase. • Our Guelph dental team is very friendly and compassionate and offers full support to alleviate the fears of your child and make their dental experience easy and fun.