London USA Dentist         Michael J Trosper DMD         Sedation Dentistry

Pepperhill Dental Care

130 Thompson Poynter Road Suite A = London KY USA = 40741 = (888) 548-9586
 

Pregnant women and gum disease
 

Many mothers have experienced gum disease, dental pain and/or tooth extraction during or shortly after their pregnancy.  This is often seen as being a "normal" side effect of being pregnant.  However Dr. Trosper feel that dental disease, which is an infection of the teeth and/or gums, is not "normal" for any patient.

There are three basic events that happen during pregnancy which make the patient more susceptible to dental disease. First, hormonal changes may make the gums more susceptible to gum disease.

Second, pregnant women tend to eat smaller, more frequent meals, exposing their teeth and gums to sugars and acids more often. Third, cravings for "junk foods" and inadequate oral hygiene pose an increased threat to the teeth and gums.

Pregnant women in the London area are advised to schedule a dental evaluation and receive preventive dental care at Pepperhill Dental Care.  Personalized oral hygiene instruction by Dr. Trosper will be given to fight disease and promote overall good health for the mother and her baby.


Please call us at (888) 548-9586 to schedule a complete examination.

 

 

 


Dental Disease During Pregnancy
In London Kentucky USA and the surrounding
Jackson County - Corbin - Manchester - Mount Vernon KY USA areas.