My Mother Lost Teeth When She Was Pregnant. Will That Affect Me?

There is no reason why a pregnancy should cause you to lose your teeth unless you ignore them totally.

“Morning sickness” may make oral hygiene more difficult.

More frequent snacking will also encourage greater bacterial growth.

During pregnancy the gums become more sensitive to bacterial irritation and may show an increased inflammatory response.

The type of bacteria around the teeth may also change to a type more associated with the cause of periodontitis/gum disease.

Periodontitis can show a family tendency.

Regular dental checks for periodontitis are even more important for those at higher risk for periodontitis.