Dental Benefits, Pregnancy, How Dental Plaque Build-up Affect Your Teeth.
When plaque is not removed, it can cause gingivitis (red, swollen, tender gums). So-called “pregnancy gingivitis” affects most pregnant women to some degree and generally begins to surface as early as the second month of pregnancy. If you already have gingivitis, the condition is likely to worsen during pregnancy. Untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis, a more serious form of gum disease that includes bone loss.