BLEEDING AND SWELLING GUMS WHILE PREGNANT

When you are pregnant, the increase in your volume of circulation and supply of certain hormones may cause tenderness, swelling, and bleeding of gums.  You may also have a lack of Vitamins C, which can also be a cause.

Things to try:

• Be sure to not neglect proper care of your teeth and gums, even though discomfort may tempt you to ignore regular brushing and flossing.
• Be sure to use an antiseptic mouthwash.  My personal favorite is Listerine.  This will help reduce the chance for infection and other gum disease.
• Getting your teeth professionally cleaned may also help.  Just be sure to let your Dentist know that you are pregnant, although most routine procedures are safe while you are pregnant.
• Try getting some Vitamin C into your regular diet.  Vitamin C also helps tooth and gum tissues to be stronger.