The role of periodontal disease in preterm and low birth weight

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Primary etiologic agent in periodontitis is bacterial plaque. The subgingival Gram (-) anaeorophilic and microaerophilic bacteria is crucial in initition and progression of periodontal disease. It is well known that host releated factors affect the periodontal tissues. Additionally, the effects of periodontal diseases on systemic health has been well established. Preterm Low Weight Birth is a serious problem for developing countries. It is important to know the risk factors and treatment strategies for Preterm Low Weight Birth. Factors such as smoking, hypertension, and diabetes increase the risk for Preterm Low Weight Birth. In addition, these risk factors are not present in approximately one-fourth of Preterm Low Weight Birth cases, leading to a continued search for other causes. Recently, the studies have been intensified on clarifying the periodontitis related mechanisms of Preterm Low Weight Birth. In this review, the role of periodontal disease in preterm and low birth weight and the studies releated to this subject have been criticized.

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Periodontitis , premature birth , low birth weight

Cumhuriyet Dental Journal

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Cumhuriyet Dental Journal