Brushing and flossing are still incredibly important… but they don’t counteract these 3 biological changes that result when your hormones surge.
“First, hormones increase blood flow to your gums, making them extra sensitive, swollen, and prone to bleeding during brushing or flossing.
That’s why your sink looks like a scene straight out of a horror movie.”
“Second, if you're dealing with morning sickness, these strong stomach acids actively dissolve and weaken your enamel, making your teeth a little more sensitive.
But most women don’t realize that’s not the full story.
“Third - and this is critical - hormones make your saliva more acidic. If you didn’t know, saliva is your mouth’s natural defense system.
Normally, it helps protect your teeth by washing away bacteria and acid - especially stomach acid after vomiting.
But during pregnancy, as your saliva becomes more acidic, it becomes less effective at doing that.
So now, you have strong stomach acid repeatedly hitting your teeth... while your saliva is struggling to wash away bacteria and acid like it once did.
Together, this leaves your teeth vulnerable to extreme sensitivity, higher risk of cavities, and in many cases, crumbling teeth - no matter how diligent your oral care routine is, or how much calcium you take.
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