Dental problems

I have noticed a little bit of blood occasionally after brushing, but as I have read that is a common thing during pregnancy due to hormones. Last week I had a really sensitive spot while brushing so I decided to make a dentist appointment. The dentist I went to was great and I am really glad I was referred to her through the first dentist I saw while here since that one was booked until September. So today I found out I really need to be diligent about flossing (which I hate doing). So I had a teeth cleaning today which kind of hurt. The dentist said my gums are swollen and tender especially when she was digging around with that curved pick utensil. I had to stop her a couple times because it was painful. At first, the dentist was doing both the suctioning of saliva and water, but once the tech took over I kept feeling like I was going to drown! She did not suction as good as the dentist.

I also got a lesson on flossing correctly, which I knew how to do, but never do. And I bought this little brush called the interdental brush. It basically looks like a pipe cleaner that you use between teeth with spaces. My front teeth have developed gaps near the gums from both recession of the gums and when I had braces I do not think I brushed around them properly. So now I need to work into my night routine brushing softer, flossing, and using the interdental brush. Hopefully I can keep this extra plaque under control.

I had to make another appointment for Friday to have a cavity filled. I have sealant on most of my molars, but my bottom right ones need replacing. She said she was going to try to fill the cavity without using any anesthetic since I am pregnant. She said there are no known adverse effects to using the anesthetic while pregnant, but if we didn't have to use it then that would be better. I really hope it doesn't hurt. Right now the open cavity is not bothering me so it should not be sensitive while filling it.

On a totally different subject, Craig was able to feel our baby kick. Even though it was dark in the room, I could totally see his face light up and he was really excited.