Bleeding Gums, Gingivitis and Pregnancy
February 1, 2010 – 8:30 pmFound in an article on the internet: By: April Scarlett "Bleeding gums are an ordinary part of pregnancy that up to 75 percent of expectant mothers experience. When bleeding gums are a more serious symptom of gum disease, however, the implications on the unborn child can be significant. A new study from Obstetrics and Gynecology shows premature birth and low birth weight aren't the only possible side effects of the bacteria found in patients with periodontal disease...Experts in the field of obstetrics and gynecology said this was an isolated case and that most women have enough natural antibodies to keep their baby from gingivitis-related harm, even though once any kind of bacteria get into the bloodstream, they can travel to anywhere in the body... The good news is most cases of periodontal disease can be easily treated with increased brushing and flossing." You can do even more to stop bleeding gums and gingivitis! End Gum ...