Swollen gums during pregnancy can be treated by general treatment, medication and other methods to reduce inflammation, the specific use of which method should be combined with the severity of the condition to make a judgment.
1. General treatment: swollen gums during pregnancy can be rinsed through the use of saline on the local gums, which can achieve relief of inflammation, eliminate the effect of swelling, but the effect of time may be longer. If the swelling and pain symptoms are more serious, you can also combine the use of cold compresses to further relieve pain and eliminate swelling. Periodontal therapy can also be performed during mid-pregnancy.
2. medication: due to the special period of pregnancy, the use of drugs with strict regulations, so pregnant women once the symptoms of swollen and painful gums must not be used privately, and should try to avoid some oral or injectable medication, the clinical can choose to use topical medications, such as hydrogen peroxide solution, iodine glycerin, etc., although it is a topical medication, but it should be used under the guidance and supervision of a doctor to avoid adverse effects on the fetus. Avoid adverse effects on the fetus.
Most of the toothache during pregnancy is caused by improper diet, usually eat more fruits and vegetables, and avoid the use of stimulating food can effectively prevent the occurrence of swollen gums and pain.