GUM HEALTH DURING PREGNANCY Among the many changes that a woman's body goes through during pregnancy, changes in the periodontal apparatus or gums is a common one. Hormonal changes in the body has a great impact on the response of the gums to local bacteria in the oral cavity. There is a hypersensitivity to plaque accumulation and an increased incidence of gingivitis. At this time, gingivitis must be treated and periodontal or gum disease must be stabilized. We highly recommend that women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant have a thorough examination and get treatment as soon as possible.