Lately my gums feel puffy and bleed thoda when i brush. Never had this before pregnancy. Is this a normal thing that happens or should i be worried? anyone else noticed this?
It's called pregnancy gingivitis and it's super common because of increased blood flow. Just switch to a sensitive toothpaste and soft brush. If it bleeds a lot, book a quick dentist appointment.
With twins, I felt like every single body part of mine was swelling up, including my gums! It's just those crazy hormones. Just brush gently and don't worry, it usually goes away after delivery.
Yaar, my gums actually started bleeding while brushing during my first trimester! I got so scared initially. But my doctor said it's totally normal, just use a super soft brush.
Rinse your mouth with warm water mixed with a little salt, it really helps reduce the swelling naturally. But if you have severe pain, bleeding, or pus, please show it to your doctor or a dentist immediately.
Oh, this happened to me too! Vomiting constantly made my mouth feel so acidic and my gums got so sore and swollen. Gargling with warm salt water after brushing really helped soothe the pain.
Yes they do, and you have to be extra careful about oral hygiene. When I had gestational diabetes, my dentist told me that high blood sugar can also affect gums, so keep check on your diet too. Avoid too many sweet things.
My dentist explained that pregnancy hormones make your gums more sensitive to plaque, leading to swelling. She advised me to floss daily and use a warm saline rinse. Definitely get a dental checkup done once during your second trimester.
