While pregnancy can be an exciting process for many women, it can become overwhelming because of all the changes that your body is experiencing. The hormonal changes that your body undergoes during pregnancy can have a great effect on your oral health. During pregnancy, you may notice that your gums feel tender and sensitive to the touch. This makes ordinary tasks like eating feel like a chore. It can be difficult to enjoy your pregnancy with this added discomfort. Luckily, there are a few topical treatments that you can apply to your gums in order to reduce the pain caused by the sensitivity.

Lavender Oil

Lavender oil has long been used in massage therapy as a natural relaxant and analgesic. It is used to treat muscle aches and pains and to provide stress relief for tension spots throughout the body. Lavender oil can also be used to treat your sensitive gums during your pregnancy. Warm a few teaspoons of olive oil on the stove, then remove it. Place several drops of lavender oil in the mixture and wait for the lavender oil to mix with the olive oil. Dip a clean cotton ball in the mixture and place it along your gum line. Massage the oil into your gums using a circular motion. Do this for a few minutes to ensure that the mixture is fully absorbed. Repeat this process before bed and in the morning and you will notice a reduction in pain.

Oregano Oil

Oregano is sought after for its analgesic properties. Fresh oregano is often eaten to treat pain relief internally; however, the essential oil is an effective remedy for treating oral pain. Apply a few drops of oregano oil to your fingertips and warm the oil up by rubbing your fingertips together. Oregano has a strong and powerful aroma. Therefore, you can dilute the smell with a carrier oil like avocado oil or sweet almond oil. Work the oil in the area where your sensitivity seems to be the strongest. Try to be as gentle as possible in order to avoid aggravating your gums. Work the mixture into your gums for at least a few minutes to notice a reduction in sensitivity.

Many pregnancy symptoms can be difficult to endure for months at a time, and sensitive gums are one of these symptoms. Therefore, use these topical treatments to help reduce the pain and sensitivity. If you have more serious problems going on in your mouth, seek emergency dental care.