Question 1

is pregnancy gingivitis different from regular gingivitis?

Accepted Answer

See below: Pregnancy gingivitis is believed to be secondary to hormonal changes during pregnancy. Regular is not.

Question 2

what are your best home remedies for pregnancy gingivitis?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy gingivitis: Be as diligent as you can with proper tooth brushing and flossing. When was your last professional dental exam and cleaning? Start there and have your own dentist or dental hygienist go over proper oral hygiene techniques with you.

Question 3

is the treatment for pregnancy gingivitis different than for nonpregnant gingivitis?

Accepted Answer

NO: Co-enzyme q 10 deficiency causes gingivitis and indicates normal metabolic decline in old people. This is because this substance is known to be a "conditional nutrient". It is synthesized in the body by younger people and it is abundantly clear that poor diet is responsible in pregnancy. A supplement of coq10 will clear your gingivitis, but look at your diet!

Question 4

is gingivitis associated with pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy gingivitis: Pregnancy gingivitis is common during pregnancy because of the change in hormones.  However it can be controlled with good brushing and flossing.  It is important to see your dentist for routine exams and cleanings during pregnancy. Gingivitis can have an effect on fetal development so take excellent care of yourself and your mouth.

Question 5

how does one prevent pregnancy induced gingivitis?

Accepted Answer

Don't get pregnant..: Sorry...There is no way to prevent or to even predict that everyone and anyone who gets pregnaat will have pregnancy gingivitis.  When having a child...Your body goes thru so many hormonal changes...Gingivitis is minor.  Although annoying the things you can do to help yourself is use a gentle toothbrush, avoid the whitening toothpastes and try to floss with regularity..  Good luck and congrats.

Question 6

how to keep gingivitis bacteria low during pregnancy to avoid preterm labor?

Accepted Answer

Good Home Care: Spend at least 10 minutes a day brushing plus floss at least once a day.  Have your teeth cleaned at least every 4 months.

Question 7

what is the best antibiotic for gingivitis,in general and also in case of pregnency then ?

Accepted Answer

No need for antibiot: Gingivitis is inflammation not infection. It can be controlled with improved oral hygiene and anti-inflamm.  Rinsing with 2% OTC hydrogen peroxide diluted 50/50 with water 3 x/day will change the environment and reduce the inflammation by introducing oxygen to the area where the anaerobic organisms are causing the inflammation. Important to have meticulous oral hyg after any food Intake.

Question 8

how does aggressive periodontitis affect pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Preterm Labor: Any potentially significant infection increases risk of transmitting bacteria through blood to the unborn child since infectious agents can cross the placental barrier.  This can sometimes contribute to possible preterm labor.  Please discuss with your doctor regarding antibiotic usage.

Question 9

how does chronic periodontitis affect pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Premature labor: Interestingly, inflammation or infection of the oral cavity can actually increase the risk for premature labor.  The theory is that bacteria from the infected tissues in the mouth can get into the bloodstream and be carried to pregnancy, and infect the bag of  waters or the placenta.  Good dental hygiene is crucial to a good pregnancy outcome!

Question 10

how early can you get gingivitis?  40's?  50's?

Accepted Answer

Much earlier: Gingivitis can occur whenever teeth are present-- even in early childhood.

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