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The Village Dental Health Centre
40 Oak End Way, Gerrard's Cross
Bucks, SL9 8BR
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Pregnant Women

Pregnant Women

Pregnancy can be an exciting time and while you have so much to plan for, your oral health may be one of the last things you're thinking about. But it's more important than ever to pay close attention to your dental health in this time.

That's because hormone changes during pregnancy can affect your oral health and many pregnant women notice that their gums are red, inflamed and sometimes bleed when they brush their teeth. The swelling and inflamed gums are referred to as 'pregnancy gingivitis' and can start as soon as the second month of pregnancy. The hormone progesterone can be around 10 times higher than normal during pregnancy, affecting the body's response to toxins as a result of plaque build-up. Women are therefore more susceptible to developing periodontal disease when these hormonal fluctuations occur.

Some women also experience a growth on their gums known as a pregnancy granuloma which are red nodules, usually found on the upper gums. While they are not dangerous, they can cause discomfort. Other oral health problems may include tooth erosion as a result of constant exposure to acid from severe morning sickness. Dry mouth is another major complaint, but can be easily remedied by drinking plenty of water and using sugarless candies to stimulate saliva flow.

If you are pregnant we recommend that you come to the practice for a thorough check up so we can help you to have a healthy and happy pregnancy.

Patients Reviews
Patients Reviews

  Daljit has been looking after my perio treatments for many years and I now commute from Harrow to see her here. I really wouldn’t trust anyone else now. The team are friendly and the practice has a relaxing atmosphere. No need to be scared of going to the dentist if you come here!

Patients Reviews - JH, Harrow - January 2024

 

Patients Reviews

  I was very impressed with the service I received at Village Dental on Thursday 25th January 2024. Amarjit Jagdev is a highly professional and skilled dentist who I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. A first-class experience.

Patients Reviews - WTG, Gerrards Cross

 

Patients Reviews

  My dental health has never been better since I joined Village Dental Health 7 years ago. Dr Colin, Louise and Ellie are all absolutely fantastic

Patients Reviews - Dana Johnson, 39, Gerrards Cross Regular check up and hygiene

 

Patients Reviews

  Colin is an outstanding, competent dentist and furthermore is friendly and warm.

Patients Reviews - Glenda Woods, 72, Ickenham Replacement gold inlay

 

Patients Reviews

  Very thorough, very good explanation, very reassuring, felt would be in very good hands. Excellent service provided on a consistent basis, very caring, friendly and professional. Good explanations, always has time, regularly checks with the patient during treatment, very calm approach, good team support. Bruce Mutch is very patient focused on an individual basis, his very reassuring and calm approach helps to relax the patient. Previously I was apprehensive about dentists generally, but not at this practice.

Patients Reviews - Mark Galloway, 58, Gerrards Cross Routine check ups and cleaning. Previously crowns.

 

Patients Reviews

  Now a positive experience going to the dentist rather than something to dread. Fantastic professional service from the moment you enter until you leave. You could not beat it. Reassures, comfortable, listens to and relaxes compared to the very stressful experiences with previous dentists. The relationship is based on trust – I have total confidence in the professional expertise and empathetic attitude – previously a 'nervous patient'. All staff are friendly and professional. It is clear that there is an ethos of putting the patient at ease and providing very excellent standards of care. I just wish I had found this practice earlier.

Patients Reviews - Anne Garrihy, 53, Gerrards Cross Routine check ups and cleanings, previously had crowns and fillings.