Pregnancy is a transient physiological state which brings about different hormonal changes
in a woman's body. These effects are generalized and there are various oral changes as …

Background Poor maternal oral health may be associated with adverse pregnancy and
infant outcomes. However, women seldom seek dental care during pregnancy, and …

Oral health is crucial to overall health. Because of normal physiologic changes, pregnancy is
a time of particular vulnerability in terms of oral health. Pregnant women and their providers …

Background Current evidence highlights the importance of oral health during pregnancy.
However, little is known about the oral health of pregnant women in Australia. The aim of this …

Background: The aim of this study is to perform an updated systematic review and meta‐
analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating the efficacy of scaling and root …

Background There is mounting evidence to support the lack of awareness among pregnant
women about health consequences and long term risks associated with poor oral hygiene …

Background: Many studies have shown that periodontal diseases are risk factors for adverse
pregnancy outcomes. The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge and clinical attitude …

Background Hormonal alterations and lowered immunity during pregnancy aggravated by
poor oral hygiene increase the risk of pregnant women of developing oral diseases. We …

El embarazo es un período único durante la vida de la mujer que se caracteriza por una
serie de cambios fisiológicos complejos, que pueden afectar negativamente la salud oral. El …

Background: Pregnant women are at risk of oral health problems. This qualitative study aims
to understand dental care-seeking behaviours of pregnant women and their oral health …