Gum bleeding during pregnancy usually occurs due to hormonal changes. Increased hormone levels cause gum tissues to enlarge and retain more fluid. As a result, gums swell more easily and may bleed during brushing. Changes in saliva pH make the gums more vulnerable. This condition is called pregnancy gingivitis<\/strong> and occurs in approximately 75% of pregnant women<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What Can Be Done for Gum Bleeding and Gingivitis?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Brush gently twice a day with a soft toothbrush<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Use fluoride toothpaste<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Use dental floss<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Rinse with salt water<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Have regular dental check-ups<\/p>\n\n\n\n Toothache and Cavities During Pregnancy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Toothache during pregnancy may be caused by previously unnoticed cavities or changes in the oral acid balance. Frequent nausea and vomiting create an acidic environment, leading to enamel erosion. Hot and cold sensitivity may indicate cavities. Increased sugar consumption due to dietary changes can accelerate tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dental treatments can be safely performed during the second trimester<\/strong> to prevent cavity progression, provided approval is obtained from the obstetrician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What Helps With Nighttime Teeth Grinding During Pregnancy?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Warm showers and breathing exercises before sleep<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Warm compresses to relax jaw muscles<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Reducing caffeine intake<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Using a night guard if recommended by a dentist<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n What Should Be Done in Case of a Dental Abscess During Pregnancy?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Oral infections are more common during pregnancy. Previously unnoticed abscesses may present with severe pain, facial swelling, and fever. These conditions may pose risks to both oral and pregnancy health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Always proceed under dental supervision<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Cold compresses may be applied temporarily<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Antibiotics may be prescribed under obstetric supervision using pregnancy-safe medications<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 If necessary, treatment is usually performed during the second trimester<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dental Treatment by Trimester<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 1st Trimester (0\u201313 weeks):<\/strong> 2nd Trimester (14\u201327 weeks):<\/strong> 3rd Trimester (28\u201340 weeks):<\/strong> During pregnancy, oral health is affected by hormonal and metabolic changes in the body. Increased estrogen and progesterone levels make the gums more sensitive, […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10844,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10843","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":{"choi\u0441e_menu_page":"custom_menu_page","full_width":false,"header_transparent":true,"header_white":true,"menu_align_page":"right","menu_style":"fixed"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10843","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10843"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10843\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10847,"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10843\/revisions\/10847"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10844"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10843"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10843"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10843"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}![\"\"](\"https:\/\/inciesthetic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/pregnant-woman-brushing-teeth-in-the-bathroom-2026-01-06-08-58-32-utc.jpg-1024x683.jpeg\")
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Non-emergency dental treatments should be postponed. Only temporary pain-relief treatments may be applied. Dental X-rays are not recommended unless absolutely necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is the safest period for dental treatment. Fillings, root canal treatments, and extractions can be performed with obstetrician approval. Patient positioning should be carefully managed during long procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Long dental treatments may cause discomfort. Lying flat for extended periods can put pressure on major blood vessels. Non-urgent treatments should be postponed until after delivery. Emergency cases such as severe pain or infection require intervention. Dental X-rays may be taken with lead protection if necessary.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"