Assessing the association between periodontitis and premature birth: a case-control study.

Peace UwambayeCyprien MunyanshongoreStephen RulisaHarlan ShiauAssuman NuhuMichael S Kerr

Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2021)

The study results indicate that periodontitis is strongly associated with premature birth. Preventive solutions including the use of a periodontitis screening tool for nurses and midwives during antenatal care consultations, are highly recommended.

Keyphrases

healthcare
gestational age
pregnant women
palliative care
mental health
preterm birth
pregnancy outcomes
health insurance