Everyone knows that toothache is not an ordinary pain, its pain drives every nerve in the body, it is really unbearable. In addition to obvious and basic symptoms such as acid eating, vomiting, and drowsiness that most pregnant women experience during pregnancy, toothache is also a symptom of pregnancy. However, experiencing toothache during pregnancy has indeed become a very distressing situation, as pregnant women should not take medication indiscriminately, as it can have a negative impact on the fetus. For the healthy growth of the fetus in the womb, expectant mothers should not abuse drugs due to toothache. So, what should pregnant women do if they have toothache?
If a pregnant woman's toothache is caused by inflammation of wisdom teeth, it will manifest as facial swelling and toothache; If you suffer from acute pulpitis, it will manifest as pain at night, and it will be throbbing and intense; If it is a gingival pregnancy tumor, it manifests as a small tumor like growth on the gum between two teeth. Generally, toothache in pregnant women is caused by five major reasons: inflammation of wisdom teeth, pulpitis periodontitis, gingival pregnancy tumor, progesterone effects, and dietary habits. Pregnant women should also pay more attention to these changes during pregnancy.
Generally, toothache in pregnant women can be divided into two types: toothache caused by excessive internal heat and toothache caused by tooth decay. If a pregnant woman has toothache caused by internal heat, it is best to go to a dental hospital for a comprehensive dental examination and treatment during the preparation for pregnancy, in order to prevent problems before they occur. But if you have toothache only after getting pregnant, you have to wait until mid pregnancy for treatment, because that is the best time for pregnant women to treat dental caries and gingivitis. More importantly, it is important to develop correct oral health habits in daily life. It is recommended to brush your teeth in the morning and evening, rinse your mouth after meals, and use dental floss regularly. For toothbrushes, try to use small bristles, soft bristles, and abrasive bristles. For toothpaste, choose fluoride toothpaste. Remember to rinse your mouth after snacking; If a pregnant woman's toothache is classified as tooth decay toothache, it is recommended to seek medical treatment. Because pregnant women cannot take medication casually and cannot have their teeth filled, they can only choose to go to the hospital for treatment.
It is very troublesome for pregnant women to suffer from dental diseases during pregnancy. Moreover, hormone levels will increase during pregnancy, which can trigger other dental diseases. Moreover, the uterus is very fragile during pregnancy, and if toothache occurs, it will definitely be stimulated. So pregnant women should pay more attention to dental care. If the pain is severe, they can try rinsing their mouth with fresh ginger slices or salt water.
Because the occurrence of toothache in pregnant women cannot be underestimated, it is important to prevent it. Firstly, it is necessary to undergo a thorough oral examination before pregnancy, and only after the dental disease is cured can one conceive; During pregnancy, it is important to pay attention to oral hygiene and brush teeth regularly; Proper supplementation of vitamin C can also be helpful for this, and it is also a practice for a light diet; Usually, you can do up and down tapping to enhance the firmness of your teeth; Try not to take dental X-rays as radiation can harm pregnant women and fetuses; After giving birth, it is also necessary to brush teeth during the postpartum period and not completely adhere to tradition.
