Many women complain that their gums begin to bleed during pregnancy.
Let's see if this is a normal condition during gestation. baby.
Why do gums bleed?
1. Estrogen and progesterone, which are produced in large quantities during pregnancy, increase blood flow to the mucous membranes of a person.2. Changes in diet and the emergence of new taste preferences cause bleeding.
3. The secretion of saliva is reduced, which contributes to the appearance of plaque, which causes the mentioned discomfort.
4. Morning vomiting negatively affects the condition of the mucous membranes of the mouth.
How to eliminate bleeding gums during pregnancy?
It is enough to pay a little more attention to oral hygiene.Doctors advise switching to a soft-bristled brush, using dental floss and toothpicks more often, and visiting a dentist.
Limiting yourself to sweets will also affect the health of the gums.
Recall
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