Prevention

Dental prophylaxis is a cleaning that must be performed by a specialized, trained dentist. During the procedure, the dentist removes plaque, tartar and surface stains through polishing and scaling. When done regularly, prophylaxis is excellent for preventing inflammation and disease in both the teeth and the gums. It also improves the appearance of the smile, leaving the teeth whiter and the gums looking healthy. It is also worth noting that removing plaque helps keep your breath fresh.

A pregnant woman cannot be healthy without good oral health

A new life brought into the world awakens indescribable emotion, of course, both for all its splendor of new life and for its beauty. However, behind this feeling and this recognition of beauty, there is much to discover! Regarding the face and the smile, the first months and years of life are extremely important, including the period of development in the womb.

Prenatal dental care consists of assisting and monitoring the oral health of the mother-to-be and advising on guiding and preventive measures to maintain the baby's health, with a view to the integrity of the teeth, balance of the mouth and harmony of the face. This means the mother's contact with the dentist, to maintain her own oral health and learn more about her child's mouth and teeth, should begin while the baby is still in the womb or even before pregnancy.

It is worth remembering that the baby's oral health will depend on the oral health of the parents and the whole family, including the nanny or caregiver. For this reason, it is essential to discuss the importance of a prenatal dental check-up.

Hormonal changes during pregnancy can increase the signs of existing gum inflammation. So if, at the beginning of pregnancy, the gums are healthy and the teeth are kept clean, hormonal activity simply does not change the condition of the gums, which remain healthy.

A pregnant woman cannot be healthy without good oral health. More worrying still, oral infections can interfere with pregnancy. Bacteria cause inflammation of the gums and the periodontium, releasing toxins into the bloodstream that can reach the placenta and stimulate the production of cytokines and prostaglandins.

Premature Birth

Premature birth is a serious problem with high rates of neonatal mortality and long-term consequences. Several studies show a strong association between infection and premature birth of low-birth-weight babies.

The link between periodontal disease and premature birth of low-birth-weight babies is that periodontal infections are a reservoir of anaerobic organisms, endotoxins and inflammatory mediators that can threaten the fetal-placental unit and affect the pregnancy.

It is therefore important for pregnant women to have prenatal dental follow-up, to prevent and treat oral health problems that can affect both their quality of life and their child's.

As for tooth decay, if the mother has this disease, the baby will be more likely to develop it, as it can be passed on by the mother. Just as the mother passes on affection, nutrients and immune defense to the baby while breastfeeding, bacteria from her mouth are also passed on. This is yet another reason not to neglect oral health during pregnancy.

Care should, of course, continue after the child is born and throughout life. Good oral hygiene habits are also passed on. Children imitate their parents' behavior, so a good example goes a long way in encouraging the child to adopt the habit of cleaning their mouth naturally and without trauma.

Pregnant Women at the Dentist - Preventive Care

In the period before the child is born, both for the baby's benefit and their own, parents need to pay close attention to their oral health, seeking guidance on the condition of their teeth and gums and keeping the whole mouth cared for, free of tooth decay and gum disease. These problems can be passed on to the baby through saliva, kissing or habits such as blowing on the child's food or tasting it from the spoon.

Pregnant women need more dental attention throughout pregnancy, within a preventive approach, when more frequent follow-up is needed. If a woman eats a balanced, healthy diet without too much sugar, always brushes well and has professional cleanings, visiting the dentist regularly, it is quite likely she will have no problems with her mouth.

Besides the mother, the father should also maintain good oral health, since the spread of microorganisms can pass tooth decay on to the baby. Tooth decay is an infectious and therefore transmissible disease, with saliva as its main means of transmission.

However, the reality we usually see is quite different. Even though the great importance of preventive care for a child's development is widely publicized, few pregnant women visit the dentist for advice on their own health and on the care their future baby will need from the newborn stage.

The encouraging news is that this is gradually changing. Fortunately, we have undeniably seen growing interest and a steady increase in pregnant women seeking dental follow-up to prepare their mouths and maintain their oral health at this decisive stage of preparing for the baby's arrival.

Today, when aesthetics are highly valued, including a white, bright and attractive smile, it is worth remembering that nothing is more beautiful than a healthy mouth, free of tooth decay and gum disease. Keeping your mouth healthy with intact gums and teeth, preserving the perfection and beauty created by nature, is almost always possible and within everyone's reach.

Book an appointment and start giving your baby the care they deserve as soon as possible.

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Undoubtedly, the main cause of tooth loss in adults is periodontal disease, which is simply the inflammation and infection of the tissues (gums, ligament and bone) that surround the teeth.

We have the most modern equipment and techniques to prevent and treat this disease, which affects the gums, bone and periodontal ligament.

Periodontal disease is also the main cause of bad breath.

Brazil's Federal Council of Medicine recently published research indicating that 45% of heart problems are related to oral problems and that 40% of cases of bacterial endocarditis are directly linked to patients with poor oral hygiene.

Stay away from periodontitis: book a cleaning every six months and keep your oral health up to date!

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