Further evidence for periodontal disease as a risk indicator for adverse pregnancy outcomes
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2017
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Elsevier
Abstract
Although there is increasing evidence to suggest an association between periodontal disease and adverse
pregnancy outcomes, the issue remains controversial. Study objective: This study tested the hypothesis that periodontal
disease is a risk indicator for preterm delivery of low-birthweight infants. Materials and methods: The study sample
comprised 443 pregnant women with a mean ( standard deviation) age of 24.13 ( 5.30) years. At first visit, maternal
oral health status was assessed by the measurement of probing pocket depth and clinical attachment loss, and periodon-
tal status was graded as absent, mild, moderate or severe. An association was sought between pregnancy outcomes and
maternal periodontal status. Results: While controlling for other factors, significant associations were found between
pregnancy outcomes and maternal periodontal index scores. Conclusion: This study provides further evidence that peri-
odontal disease is a risk indicator for adverse pregnancy outcomes.
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Periodontal disease, Bioscience, Women, Maternal health, Ethnicity
Citation
Turton, M., & Africa, Charlene W. J. (2017). Further evidence for periodontal disease as a risk indicator for adverse pregnancy outcomes. International Dental Journal, 67(3), 148-156. https://doi.org/10.1111/idj.12274