What to eat when pregnant women have swollen and painful gums

Swollen and painful gums are an oral problem that occurs in most people, but when pregnant women experience swollen and painful gums, the solutions they take are different from those of ordinary people. Normal people can effectively relieve the symptoms of swollen and painful gums by taking anti-inflammatory drugs, but anti-inflammatory drugs generally contain substances that are harmful to the growth and development of the fetus, so they are not suitable for pregnant women. So what can pregnant women eat to relieve swollen and painful gums?

1. Develop healthy and reasonable eating habits

Many pregnant women still cannot change their previous habit of eating heavy-tasting food after pregnancy. Eating too much spicy, greasy, and high-calorie food during pregnancy can easily cause loose, swollen and painful teeth. Pregnant women should avoid eating hamburgers, barbecue, malatang, hot pot and other foods. It is necessary to ensure that the diet during pregnancy is light and easily digestible, eat more whole grains and fresh vegetables and fruits, and balance meat and vegetables.

2. Develop good living habits

Pregnant women should ensure adequate sleep and rest time. Excessive fatigue and irregular work and rest schedules can cause endocrine disorders and swollen and painful gums. Especially now that it is the Spring Festival, when family and friends rarely get together, pregnant women may be careless, disrupting their daily routine and eating too much New Year's food, causing swollen and painful gums.

3. Keep your mouth clean

Teeth are sensitive during pregnancy. Pregnant women may experience gum problems in the early stages of pregnancy, which will be further aggravated in the late stages of pregnancy. Therefore, it is very necessary for pregnant women to keep their oral cavity clean in daily life. It is best to brush your teeth after every meal, brush your teeth carefully in the morning and evening, try not to eat before going to bed, and drink more warm water.

In addition to the suggestions mentioned above, if a pregnant woman has severely swollen and painful gums, she can take a mouthful of light salt water while brushing her teeth and then spit it out after five minutes. This can effectively relieve the swelling and pain. When the gums are swollen and painful, it is best to use a soft-bristled toothbrush and rinse your mouth with warm water. Avoid irritating the gums with cold or hot water. If there is still no effect, it is best to go to the hospital for treatment and take relevant medications under the guidance of a doctor. It is forbidden to take anti-inflammatory drugs privately.