Throughout pregnancy, women undergo significant hormonal changes, focusing on higher levels of progesterone and estrogen. This hormonal change can trigger different changes in the oral dental cavity. Pregnant women typically have an increased risk of gum inflammation, also known as pregnancy gingivitis. This can manifest as swelling, redness or tenderness, and bleeding gums. These hormonal changes can increase the gum tissue's response to plaque on the teeth, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strict dental hygiene.