Admire Dentistry

One of the main body parts affected by pregnancy that requires extra care at this time is your teeth. If not taken care of, this can cause a lot of problems in both the short and long term.  It is important to be aware of common issues with your teeth while pregnant to stay on top of your health. When some of these teeth related problems such as gum diseases progress, they can cause problems for you and your unborn baby. The main reason for proper dental care during pregnancy is to prevent gum diseases and unnecessary infections. Gum diseases can hurt your developing baby.  Regular brushing and flossing are highly recommended to prevent the risk of gum disease. This will help keep off plaque formation that facilitates bacteria growth.  Regular Dental Check-ups Will Help Detect Problems with Your Teeth.  It is important to continue maintaining regular dental check-ups even during pregnancy. This will help your dentist to detect any problems with your teeth. This early...

  From time to time, we all experience sore gums. This mostly occurs when we’re flossing or brushing our teeth a bit too firmly. In some cases, the gums may also start bleeding. While most often this is nothing serious and we need to just be a bit more gentle, sometimes this is a more serious condition.  It is important to know the underlying cause of sore gums to take the necessary actions. This is especially true as sore gums can be an indicator of underlying gum disease.  What Are the Causes of Sore Gums? Some things that cause sore gums include: Improper flossing techniques Brushing your teeth too harshly Gum infections Gum disease (Periodontitis) Hormone imbalance Lack of enough Vitamin K in the body If you are experiencing sore gums, it’s a good idea to make a dentist appointment as soon as you can. Your dentist will help you determine whether you have gum disease. Some of the stages of gum disease that may cause sore gums to include: Gingivitis - This is a mild an...