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Explore›Medical Conditions in Dentistry›Pregnancy — high caries risk + gingivitis changes

Pregnancy — high caries risk + gingivitis changes

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Hormonal and physiologic changes in pregnancy increase: (1) PREGNANCY GINGIVITIS (exaggerated inflammatory response to plaque — very common), (2) CARIES RISK (diet/vomiting/disrupted hygiene), (3) PYOGENIC GRANULOMA ("pregnancy tumor") — benign vascular gingival lesion; bleeds easily; may ulcerate; many regress postpartum but some need treatment if symptomatic. ACOG/ADA: preventive + restorative + periodontal care SAFE throughout pregnancy. KEY DRIVERS: plaque + sugar frequency + acid. Fluoride essential (WHO). Plaque control is the primary treatment for pregnancy gingivitis.

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  • Safe vs avoid lists: antibiotics, analgesics, local anesthetics
  • Vasoconstrictor limits and treatment modifications
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  • Emergency management, explained for study
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