Dental care in pregnancy
Pregnancy changes the mouth, and dental care belongs in every maternity plan. Help expecting and new families find a dentist who is ready to care for them, from the first trimester to baby's first tooth.
Free for familiesDentistsYour mouth is part of your pregnancy
Pregnancy hormones affect the gums, morning sickness affects the teeth, and a parent's mouth is part of a baby's healthy start. That is why dental care belongs in every maternity care plan, right next to prenatal visits.
Gum health in pregnancy
Hormone changes can make gums more sensitive. Many people notice swollen or bleeding gums while pregnant, often called pregnancy gingivitis. Brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between teeth daily and keeping up with cleanings all help.
Dental care is safe while pregnant
Checkups, cleanings and needed treatment are safe during pregnancy, and leading obstetric and dental groups encourage them. Tell your dentist you are pregnant and share your due date so they can plan your care with you. There is no need to wait until after birth.
Gum health and pregnancy outcomes
Research has linked gum disease in pregnancy with outcomes such as preterm birth and low birth weight. Scientists are still studying how the two are connected, so the clear takeaway is simple: healthy gums are part of a healthy pregnancy.
After birth, for you and baby
Book your own dental visit after birth too. For baby, wipe the gums after feeds, brush with a tiny smear of fluoride toothpaste once the first tooth appears and plan a first dental visit by the first birthday.
Simple habits in pregnancy
- Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste
- Clean between your teeth every day
- After morning sickness, rinse with water and wait a little before brushing
- Keep your regular checkups and cleanings
- Tell your dentist about any bleeding, swelling or tooth pain
Healthy habits for baby's first teeth
- Wipe baby's gums with a soft, clean cloth
- Start brushing when the first tooth appears
- Avoid putting baby to bed with a bottle
- Try not to share spoons or clean a pacifier with your mouth
- First dental visit by the first birthday
This page shares general information, not medical advice. Talk with your dentist and your OB-GYN or midwife about your own care.
Be the dentist families find in pregnancy
Many families do not think about the dentist until a gum bleeds or a tooth aches. In the My Bump Hub village, dental care sits beside doulas, midwives and OB-GYNs, so families see it as part of their care from the start.
- Show that you welcome pregnant patients
- Explain what a visit in pregnancy looks like
- Offer postpartum visits for parents
- Welcome babies and toddlers, or refer to a pediatric dentist in the village
Who this is for
- General and family dentists
- Periodontists and gum care specialists
- Dental hygienists
- Pediatric dentists
- Dental practices and groups
How families find you on My Bump Hub
Families look for a dentist who welcomes pregnant patients, by location, language and visit type. Your profile shows how you care for them in pregnancy, after birth and when baby's first teeth arrive.
- Profile with photos, services and an intro video
- Discovery through search and recommendations
- Referrals from the rest of the village
What you get
Be part of maternity care
Dental care belongs in the pregnancy plan. Show families you welcome expecting patients and explain what a visit looks like.
Referrals from the care team
Midwives, OB-GYNs, doulas and pediatric providers in the village can point families to you.
From bump to first tooth
Care for parents in pregnancy and postpartum, then welcome baby when the first tooth appears.
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