BEST DENTAL CONSULTANT IN ANNA NAGAR! During your pregnancy you’ll experience hormonal changes that affect your mood, your digestion, your posture and even your gums. Research suggests a connection between gum disease in pregnant women and premature or low birth weight babies. Estimates indicate that close to 20% of premature births may be triggered by the mother’s periodontal disease. Premature births can produce a variety of health risks for the baby. These include problems with hearing and eyesight to cerebral palsy. Inflammation of gum tissue can have whole body effects. Make sure you get appropriate dental care during your pregnancy. Your health affects your baby’s health. Attending to your oral health is good for you and your baby. Proper hygiene now is more important than ever. Arrange a checkup. We at Apple Dental want to help support you during and after your pregnancy.