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Kathryn C Delfs DDS
222 North La Salle Street Suite 230 = Chicago IL = 60601 = (312) 704-5511
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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. Delfs feels 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. Also cravings for "junk foods" will occur more often during pregnancy.

 

Thirdly, pregnancy can cause women to vomit frequently.  The acid from the vomit will make the mouth more acidic, causing increased bacteria that cause gum disease and decay.  Also, the acidity itself will cause the enamel to dissolve.

Pregnant women in the Chicago area are advised to schedule a dental evaluation and receive preventive dental care at University Associates in Dentistry.  Personalized oral hygiene instruction by Dr. Delfs will be given to fight disease and promote overall good health for the mother and her baby.

Please call us at (312) 704-5511 to schedule a complete examination.

 

 

 


Dental Disease During Pregnancy
In Chicago Illinois and the surrounding
The Loop - Gold Coast - Chicago Loop - Lincoln Park IL areas.

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