Effect of non-surgical periodontal therapy on the degree of gingival inflammation and stress markers related to pregnancy

Conclusions Within the limitations of this study, periodontal therapy significantly improved the periodontal status and stress level. In addition, the severity of the gingival inflammation during pregnancy was related to stress. However, further studies will be needed to substantiate these early findings.
Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research