Brushing your teeth?
my morning sickness has gotten a lot better but i trigger my gag reflex everytime i brush!!!!!
its very annoying any tips? it happens especially when i brush my tongue but i have to brush my tongue, thats where the nasty taste is coming from!
2007-03-07 20:33:48 · 9 answers · asked by jean grey 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I had that also - its harsh but you just have to brush your tongue but try not to go too far backwards - also, use plenty of mouthwash to get to those out of reach places
2007-03-07 20:40:20 · answer #1 · answered by schmushe 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pretty much, try to brush your tongue as quickly and efficiently as possible. There's not really anything you can do to stop it, it'll just have to go away on it's own. Just make sure you are brushing your teeth correctly so you won't end up with a bunch of cavities (that comes with pregnancy majority of the time).
Good luck!
2007-03-08 04:40:03 · answer #2 · answered by ~Anna~ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use no toothpaste when you brush your tongue the first time to scrub it really good. Just water. Then look for a really mild toothpaste and use just a tiny amount.
I think crest has something like a mild mint...
2007-03-08 04:42:35 · answer #3 · answered by shogun_316 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also have that problem although its gotten better.
Brushing faster does not help for me, but brushing gentler and slower does sometimes help.
Even gargling with mouth wash makes me want to throw up.
2007-03-08 09:39:20 · answer #4 · answered by Olivia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't really think there is anything you can do about it other then just let it pass.
I had the same thing happen to me and by mid way through the second trimester it wasn't a problem anymore.
All the best to you
2007-03-08 05:07:49 · answer #5 · answered by Jojo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dentist suggested I brush my gums with mouth wash for sensitivity....Gargle to relax your throat...Use a soft bristle toothbrush...which will also be small to reach those farther places.....or get a tongue scraper...
2007-03-08 04:40:05 · answer #6 · answered by Hanna 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try a different kind of toothpaste perhaps just use baking soda and water. Maybe it is the flavoring of your toothpaste (ex. mint) so try a different kind.
Good luck and congrats
2007-03-08 04:41:16 · answer #7 · answered by ஐ♥Julian'sMommy♥ஐ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the same thing happened to me in my 1st tri all i can say brush faster and hope it goes away
2007-03-08 07:16:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work with Doctors and pregnant girls all the time and haven't heard of anything for that. you can check webmd.com to c if you find anything. Good luck.
2007-03-08 04:38:38 · answer #9 · answered by IYARI 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋