After I had my first child, my dentist complained that I hadn’t been looking after my teeth and gums. I was sure that I hadn’t been doing anything different from usual. He then went on to complain that all pregnant women and new mothers neglected their teeth and gums. I believe that he was wrong when he suggested that pregnant women suddenly change their oral hygiene habits. But he was correct that the dramatic hormonal changes during pregnancy can greatly affect the gums. If the gums aren’t hea.