Pregnant women are a special group of people, and their diet needs extra attention. Many people have experienced toothaches, which can be very uncomfortable. Although it is not a serious illness, it can be very distressing. However, pregnant women cannot take medication casually, which can be even more worrisome. Below, I will introduce some dietary self-care methods for toothaches during pregnancy. Let's learn together!
What are the causes of toothaches in pregnant women?
Toothaches themselves are difficult to endure, so what causes toothaches during pregnancy? Toothaches in pregnant women may be caused by excessive internal heat in the body, and once the excess heat is reduced, the toothache will naturally go away.
However, there are also many cases where toothaches are caused by oral diseases such as dental caries and periodontitis. Studies have shown that about 80% of pregnant women suffer from oral diseases. Most of them had oral diseases before pregnancy, and the hormonal changes during pregnancy can cause the diseases to flare up during pregnancy.
This situation is the result of not seeking timely treatment before pregnancy. Toothaches in pregnant women bring a greater burden to their lives, and not being able to take medication or receive treatment easily adds to the difficulty of dealing with toothaches.
Dietary self-care methods for toothaches in pregnant women
1. Mung bean soup
Cook 100 grams of mung beans and 15 grams of licorice in water. Remove the residue and drink the soup twice a day. Take one dose daily.
2. Boiled pig kidney
Cook one pig kidney with a little salt and 15 grams of Gu Sui Bu (a Chinese herb), and drink the soup once a day. This is used for toothaches caused by kidney deficiency and floating teeth, which are prone to occur after fatigue.
3. Red sugar with buckwheat root
Take an appropriate amount of red sugar and a handful of buckwheat roots, boil them in water, and take it in several doses. This is used to treat toothaches in children.
4. Water celery soup
Take an appropriate amount of pork and 30 grams of fresh water celery roots, boil them in water, and take it in several doses.
5. Luffa and ginger soup
Take 100 grams of fresh ginger and 500 grams of luffa. Wash and cut the luffa into sections, wash and slice the ginger. Boil them together for 3 hours. Drink the soup twice a day.
This recipe is used to treat swollen and painful gums, dry mouth and nose, and nosebleeds. It has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling, and relieving pain.
Prevention methods for toothaches
1. Brush your teeth correctly
This is an effective way to remove dental plaque. The key to correct brushing is to hold the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the tooth surface and brush vertically along the tooth gaps. Brush the upper teeth downward and the lower teeth upward. Brush the occlusal surfaces back and forth instead of using a sawing motion, as that can damage the teeth and gums. Brush for 3 minutes each time, brush twice a day in the morning and evening, and be consistent with it.
2. Have a balanced diet
Sweets are a favorite food for many people, but they contain a large amount of sugar and starch. For example, candies, chocolates, cookies, and pastries. Sticky sweets can easily adhere to the tooth surface, providing ample nutrients for cariogenic bacteria in dental plaque. The organic acids produced after metabolism are highly cariogenic. Therefore, it is important to eat sweets in moderation, especially before bedtime. It is recommended to brush your teeth after eating before going to bed. In addition, do not have a biased diet. The diet should include cereals, legumes and soy products, dairy and dairy products, fish, meat, eggs, poultry, and vegetables and fruits.
3. Regular check-ups
Since dental caries in the early stages are often asymptomatic and difficult to detect, people tend to seek medical attention only when they experience pain. By then, it is often too late for effective treatment. Therefore, regular check-ups are necessary to protect teeth and prevent toothaches.
4. Regular dental cleaning
According to clinical statistics, more than 90% of people in China have varying degrees of gum inflammation, but by the time they notice it, it has often progressed to periodontitis. At this stage, the inflammation can be controlled, but the damaged periodontal tissues are difficult to fully restore. Therefore, dental cleaning is also known as early-stage periodontal treatment. Experts in the dental department of Anjiren Hospital recommend dental cleaning and maintenance 1-2 times a year to effectively prevent gingivitis and periodontitis.
