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May 1, 2015
General oral health
In May, many holidays celebrate women and mothers and encourage them to make their health a priority, and Delta Dental of Illinois wants to raise awareness about some of the oral health concerns that women may face. National Women's Health Week, celebrated to help women understand the steps they can take to improve their health,... More »
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May 6, 2014
General oral health
Affecting nearly 18% of all expecting mothers, gestational diabetes can put both mother and baby at a higher risk of developing diabetes at a later stage in life. Gestational diabetes is a temporary condition in which healthy women experience high blood sugar levels during pregnancy. The high sugar levels in the blood can increase the... More »
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Aug. 15, 2013
General oral health
As any woman who has been pregnant can tell you, there are many health changes that come with carrying a baby. Oral health is no exception. Here are five things to know if you or your significant other are expecting. 1) Be aware of pregnancy gingivitis symptoms. Expectant mothers experience hormone changes that can exaggerate... More »
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May 28, 2013
General oral health
During pregnancy your hormones change which can contribute to “pregnancy gingivitis”. Here a few ways to protect your smile: • Maintain a good dental hygiene routine. Brush twice a day and floss at least once a day. • Pregnant women should visit their dentist more often, about every 3 months. • Rinse your mouth out... More »
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May 9, 2013
General oral health
Ask any expecting mother what she wants to get done before her bundle of joy arrives and you'll likely be greeted with a mile-long to-do list. What may not be on that list, though, is some extra care in the dental department. Safe Window for Dental Work After a newly expecting mom makes her first... More »
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Feb. 4, 2013
General oral health
Few things hold greater value than the birth of a healthy baby. Most pregnant women recognize how important their health is for their baby's health, but may ignore a critical component – their oral health. It's common knowledge that when a woman becomes pregnant there are drastic changes in her hormone levels. These changes... More »