Are the guidelines for oral health care during pregnancy same as usual?

Yes: One should practice excellent oral hygiene while pregnant. Make sure you are brushing at least twice a day, and flossing. No xrays can be done, but you can still follow up with your dentist for a simple cleaning. You want to avoid any oral issues if possible, such as decay or abscess while pregnant.

Do better: The basics are the same but make sure you actually do them better than you think you should. Worst thing is to have a dental prob late in your pregnancy. Still get your cleanings and check ups as normal. But do a little better with brushing and flossing.

No: Meticulous home care is advised, as hormonal activity in pregnant females increases the risk of develops gum disease.

Better oral hygiene!: Pregnancy causes hormonal changes that increase your risk for developing what is known as pregnancy gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) as a result of varying hormone levels, between 50%-70% of women will develop gingivitis sometime during their pregnancy, usually between the second and eight months.This warrants taking extra care to brush and floss regularly and properly to avoid this problem.