Pregnancy is an exciting time in life for both parents, but it also comes with so many changes that it might seem like you’ll never get all the information you need before your new baby arrives. Of course, the changes your body will undergo are amazing, but did you know that pregnancy is even related to your dental health? We’re here to offer some helpful tips as you embark on this new journey. Maintain a good routine – If you’re already brushing twice a day then you’re on the right track. Be sure to keep this up throughout your pregnancy. If you’re not brushing twice daily then now is the best time to start. Poor dental hygiene has been linked to premature birth, gestational diabetes, and preeclapsia. Don’t forget to floss. Flossing is a great way to help improve your oral hygiene and we’ve got some good tips to help you incorporate flossing into your daily routine here. Gums become more sensitive – another wonderful side effect of your changing hormones might be gums that are more sensitive. As a result of this you might notice during a routine dental cleaning that they bleed more easily or maybe even when...

Are you flossing? It’s the question you’re definitely going to be asked by your dental hygienist at your next regular checkup and cleaning. While most people have down the two times a day brushing routine, flossing can often take a back seat. However, flossing is an important step in maintaining a healthy mouth (the American Dental Association recommends flossing at least once a day) as it cleans the hard to reach areas between your teeth, dislodging any food that might be stuck. Because of the importance of flossing, we’re here to offer some helpful tips to make the task easier to plug back into your routine. How to Floss Properly In case you haven’t had a recent demo on the proper way to floss, we’ll give a brief overview on the proper technique. First, break off about a 24” piece of floss from your preferred flossing brand. There are a number of options from braided to waxed that can help do the job. Second, wind the extra floss around your index finger and thumb, leaving about 1-2 inches of floss available. Third, move the floss between your teeth gently and glide it up and down the sides of both teeth,...