ADA Dental Health Advice for Pregnant Women

Louisville-based maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Christopher C. (Chris) Babcock, MD, DMD, performs routine and emergency oral health care at Louisville Oral Surgery and Dental Implants. Christopher C. Babcock, MD, DMD, is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), a professional organization with more than 160,000 affiliates across the United States.

The ADA is one of the best sources for dental care resources and information. To educate the public on effective oral health practices, the ADA launched its website, MouthHealthy.org. The site contains important information about differing oral health needs depending on age and individual circumstances, such as pregnancy.

According to the ADA, good oral hygiene is linked to lower incidences of pregnancy-related conditions, such as preeclampsia. Further, pregnancy causes hormonal changes that can lead to unique dental conditions, including pregnancy gingivitis and gum tumors. For this reason, women should tell their dentists how far along they are in their pregnancy and if they have experienced any complications.