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What is Pregnancy Gingivitis?
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Expectant women should be concerned about gingivitis during pregnancy. Because of the spike in hormones, you'll notice that your gums alter throughout pregnancy. Pregnancy gingivitis affects 40 to 80 percent of pregnant women. You should not be concerned, though, because it is easily treatable if detected early. Hormones cause the gums to enlarge during pregnancy and various stages of life. This increased flow of blood to your gums is caused by the excess estrogen and progesterone required to produce a baby. Consequently, swelling and bleeding are caused by the gums being more sensitive to plaque and bacteria. Gum disease in pregnancy, or otherwise, is called gingivitis. Gingivitis, however, if left untreated, leads to more serious gum disease, leading to cavities and bone loss around the teeth. Therefore, it is advisable to treat pregnancy gingivitis seriously, even if it seems like an annoyance.
