This entry was posted on 8/2/2007 1:06 PM and is filed under ARTICLES.
We all know we should look after our teeth, but for pregnant women it's especially important.
'More than half suffer from dental problems, but they get little advice, even though they can seriously affect the health of the baby,' says Dr Hap Gill, a private dentist in West London, who has launched a pregnancy advisory service.
'Hormonal changes during pregnancy can significantly affect the health of teeth and gums, as well as stress, trauma, infection and vitamin deficiencies,' he says. Eating well is vital, he emphasises, 'and it's worth considering a supplement to ensure good nutrient levels'.
