Oral Health Before and During Pregnancy Taking care of your
mouth is important before and during pregnancy. Tooth decay and
gum disease are infections that can affect you and your baby.
Good prenatal care includes care of the mother’s teeth and gums.
It is safe to visit the dentist while you are pregnant. It is
important to: - brush with fluoride toothpaste twice a day; -
floss once a day; and, - see a dentist Eat healthy foods that
will help you and will give your baby a healthy start. Cut down
on sweets like candy, cookies and sugary drinks. Drink water
especially between meals and after snacks. - Oral Health Care
for Pregnant Women (pdf) Publication produced by South Carolina
Department of Health and Environmental Control in collaboration
with the South Carolina Oral Health Advisory Council and
Coalition to address oral health issues specific to pregnant
women in South Carolina. The publication is based on the
clinical practice guidelines developed by New York State
Department of Health. - Health Professio