Relação entre doenças periodontais e complicações na gravidez

Abstract

Introduction: Periodontal health has been shown to be an important factor in gestational complications, such as preterm birth and low birth weight. This literature review analyzes recent studies on the relationship between maternal periodontitis and obstetric complications, highlighting the importance of oral health during pregnancy. Methods: The review included 13 studies of various methodological designs, such as case-control, cross-sectional, longitudinal, and prospective cohort studies. Results: The results show a strong association between periodontitis and gestational complications, particularly preterm birth and low birth weight. However, the evidence is mixed and some discrepancies in the studies indicate the need for further research to better understand the underlying mechanisms. Conclusion: The integration of periodontal care into prenatal care is recommended to improve pregnancy outcomes and reduce the risk of complications.