Specialist cooperation: oral health in pregnancy

Specialist cooperation: oral health in pregnancy
dental and gynecologist on the day of dental health on September 25, 2024: Oral health during pregnancy / professional health care hand in hand
On this year's dental health on September 25, 2024, dentists and gynecologists focus on the topic of oral health during pregnancy. Pregnancy brings with it many changes, even in the mouth of an expectant mother, hormonal changes can have a negative impact on oral health. For this reason, the professional associations of gynecologists and dentists work closely together to ensure comprehensive health care for pregnant women.
Oral health plays an important role during pregnancy because hormonal fluctuations can increase the risk of gum diseases. Studies have shown that untreated gum diseases are associated with a higher risk of premature births and low birth weight. It is therefore important that gynecologists regularly ask their patients about their oral health during pregnant provision and, if necessary, refer to a dentist.
By closely cooperation between gynecologists and dentists, preventive measures can be taken to minimize health risks. Pregnant women should have their oral health checked regularly and immediately visit a dentist if there are signs of gingivitis. Ideally, expectant mothers should make a dental date before pregnancy to ensure that there are no untreated dental diseases.
The day of dental health in 2024 offers a valuable platform to raise awareness of the importance of oral health during pregnancy. The professional associations of gynecologists and dentists provide information on the most important issues of dental health for pregnant women on the Instagram channel "Pregnant with you". In addition, in a detailed specialist article in the magazine gynecologist No. 9, published on September 19, 2024, detailed information on the oral health of the mother -to -be.
Thanks to the professional health care of gynecologists and dentists in Germany, expectant mothers can be fully looked after and advised. The close cooperation between the two disciplines ensures optimal medical care and helps to reduce pregnancy complications and to promote the well -being of mother and child.