Periodontal treatment, pre-term birth and low birth weight

Periodontal disease is common as is pregnancy and preterm labour is a complication in 10-15% of all pregnancies.  It is therefore not unsurprising that an association between periodontal disease and pre-term labour has been noted in a number of studies.  The aim of this latest review was quantify the relationship between periodontal disease, preterm birth … Continue reading Periodontal treatment, pre-term birth and low birth weight