{"id":1937,"date":"2025-12-17T10:25:57","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T16:25:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/?p=1937"},"modified":"2025-12-31T10:26:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T16:26:21","slug":"swollen-bleeding-gums-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/swollen-bleeding-gums-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Treat Swollen and Bleeding Gums During Pregnancy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why are my gums still puffy after delivering my baby in February 2025? Will I need to get a gum contour? Thanks. Melody from WY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Melody,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We understand your concerns. The following information can help you determine whether at-home care will be enough and when to see a dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Are Gums Irritated During Pregnancy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expectant mothers often experience pregnancy gingivitis, a condition that heightens gum sensitivity to plaque. This inflammation often leads to tenderness and increased bleeding during your daily routine. Because your case involves substantial swelling, you should take extra care to manage the inflammation immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can You Do at Home for Pregnancy Gingivitis?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diligent oral hygiene usually resolves most cases of gum irritation. You can implement several simple changes to your daily routine to help soothe your gums and reduce swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Focus on the gum line:<\/strong> Clean the area where the tooth meets the gum carefully with a soft-bristle brush.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prioritize flossing:<\/strong> Ensure you reach the tight spaces between teeth every day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monitor peroxide use:<\/strong> Rinse with 3% hydrogen peroxide only occasionally, as daily use for over two weeks can lead to an oral yeast infection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Should You See a Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consult your dentist if your hygiene routine does not improve gum swelling and irritation. Delay gum contouring or other surgical work until your gums are healthy. Addressing the source of the irritation prevents the swelling from returning after a dental procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\">Plano, Texas, female dentist<\/a> Dr. Miranda Lacy sponsors this post.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why are my gums still puffy after delivering my baby in February 2025? Will I need to get a gum contour? Thanks. Melody from WY Melody, We understand your concerns. The following information can help you determine whether at-home care will be enough and when to see a dentist. 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