Oral Health and Pregnancy: 
Why Dental Care Matters When You're Expecting

Pregnancy is often a beautiful journey filled with excitement, preparation, and anticipation. 

While your main focus is on the health and well-being of your growing baby, don’t forget to take care of yourself!

In addition to your prenatal vitamins and other health-conscious decisions you make during pregnancy, we encourage you to pay close attention to your oral health. 

Those same hormonal changes that intensify your emotions can also significantly impact your teeth and gums, making dental care even more important. 

In this blog post, we cover:

• Why your oral health matters during pregnancy
• The impact of pregnancy hormones on oral health
  

Why Your Oral Health Matters During Pregnancy

Did you know that nearly 65% of pregnant women experience dental issues? 

While many people assume these changes are just another temporary discomfort, if left unchecked, they can lead to more serious, long-term oral health concerns for the mother and complications for the baby.

Studies like this one from the National Institutes of Health have linked periodontal disease (advanced gum disease) during pregnancy to complications such as preterm birth and low birth weight. 

The bacteria associated with gum infections can enter the bloodstream and potentially affect fetal development, making oral health a crucial aspect of prenatal care.

The Impact of Pregnancy Hormones on Oral Health

Women experience shifts in hormone levels, such as relaxin, progesterone, and estrogen, which can all affect dental health.

Let’s explore how.

Relaxin Increase:
Relaxin, a hormone essential for preparing the body for childbirth, can also loosen the periodontal ligaments that keep your teeth in place. This might shock pregnant women, but the loosening of these ligaments can lead to minor tooth shifting or increased tooth sensitivity. 

Progesterone Spike:
With pregnancy comes a rise in progesterone levels, which can cause pregnancy gingivitis—a condition characterized by swollen, red, and bleeding gums. If it’s left untreated, it can escalate to periodontitis, a more serious form of gum disease that can harm your gums, teeth, and even bone health.

Estrogen Fluctuations:
An increase in estrogen levels leads to an increase in your gums’ sensitivity and susceptibility to inflammation. 

The heightened sensitivity can make you more prone to gum irritation and discomfort.

Protect Your Teeth During Pregnancy with RiseWell Products

At RiseWell, we believe in providing gentle, effective, and safe oral care
solutions that are perfect for expecting moms. 

Pregnancy changes taste and heightened sensitivities, so we developed our Flavorless Mineral Toothpaste—an ideal choice for pregnant women who may be more sensitive to tastes.

Plus, it’s 100% safe to swallow, so there’s no need to worry about harmful chemicals affecting you or your baby.

Why Choose RiseWell During Pregnancy?

Gentle Formula: Safe for sensitive tastes and gums, our toothpaste is free from harsh chemicals like SLS, Propylene Glycol, and artificial flavors, dyes or sweeteners.


Effective Remineralization: Powered by hydroxyapatite, it remineralizes and whitens your enamel naturally without fluoride.


Safe to Swallow: Made with trusted ingredients, our products are safe for both you and your baby.

Start and end every day well with RiseWell, and keep your maternal smile healthy and glowing.


Shop Now for RiseWell’s pregnancy-friendly oral care products!