{"id":11381,"date":"2021-12-10T08:41:39","date_gmt":"2021-12-10T14:41:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/?p=11381"},"modified":"2022-02-07T15:36:09","modified_gmt":"2022-02-07T21:36:09","slug":"treat-gum-disease-naturally-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/healthy-pregnancy\/pregnancy-health-wellness\/treat-gum-disease-naturally-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Treat Gum Disease Naturally During Pregnancy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Gum disease<\/strong> is a common oral issue for adults, ranging from slight gum inflammation to serious dental issues, including losing teeth.\u00a0Pregnant women can be prone to gum disease due to hormonal changes and an increase in blood flow, so it is especially important that women who are pregnant practice good oral hygiene habits.\u00a0This often leads to the question of how to treat gum disease naturally during pregnancy?<\/p>\n

Treating Gum Disease During Pregnancy<\/h2>\n

When gum disease is in its early stages, it is known as gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums. If gingivitis goes untreated, it can develop into periodontitis, a more serious issue that can destroy tissues, ligaments, and bones in the mouth that ultimately can lead to tooth loss.<\/p>\n

Symptoms and Causes of Gum Disease During Pregnancy<\/h3>\n