Is it important for pregnant women to visit the dentist for routine checkups and cleanings?
Yes. An old wife’s tale claims a woman could expect to lose a tooth for each birth. Do not believe this tale: no woman must lose teeth to gum disease because she is having a baby! Pregnant women do have an increased chance of developing gingivitis (the beginning stage of periodontal disease) due to hormone changes in their bodies. That is why routine cleanings and check ups are especially important during pregnancy to help ensure a healthy mouth.
