Augusta GA Pregnant Women Need A Complete Dental Exam.

Augusta, GA Andrew R Allgood DMD Cosmetic Dentist

Andrew R Allgood DMD

491 Furys Ferry Road = Augusta = GA 30907 = 706 863-3290 = Toll Free 877 700-8776

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Gum Disease During Pregnancy Can Be Treated At Andrew R Allgood DMD

Many mothers have experienced gum disease, dental pain and/or tooth extraction during or shortly after their pregnancy. This is often seen as being a "normal" side effect of being pregnant. However Dr. Allgood feels that dental disease, which is an infection of the teeth and/or gums, is not "normal" for any patient.

There are three basic events that happen during pregnancy which make the patient more susceptible to dental disease. First, hormonal changes may make the gums more susceptible to gum disease.

Second, pregnant women tend to eat smaller, more frequent meals, exposing their teeth and gums to sugars and acids more often. Third, cravings for "junk foods" and inadequate oral hygiene pose an increased threat to the teeth and gums.

Pregnant women in the Augusta area are advised to schedule a dental evaluation and receive preventive dental care at Andrew R Allgood DMD. Personalized oral hygiene instruction by Dr. Allgood will be given to fight disease and promote overall good health for the mother and her baby.

Please call us at 706 863-3290 to schedule a complete examination.

Dental Disease During Pregnancy
In Augusta Georgia and the surrounding
Martinez - Columbia County - Central Savannah River Area - Richmond County GA areas.