DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERS
Pregnancy is a unique physiological state characterized by hormonal fluctuations and immunological adaptations that can impact various aspects of maternal health, including oral health. The influence of pregnancy on periodontal status has been the subject of extensive research, with studies highligh...
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| author | Irina-Georgeta Sufaru Maria-Alexandra Martu Ioana Martu George-Alexandru Maftei Liliana Pasarin Ionut Luchian Silvia Martu Sorina-Mihaela Solomon |
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| description | Pregnancy is a unique physiological state characterized by hormonal fluctuations and immunological adaptations that can impact various aspects of maternal health, including oral health. The influence of pregnancy on periodontal status has been the subject of extensive research, with studies highlighting the association between gestation and changes in the oral cavity. Elevated levels of estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy have been implicated in the exacerbation of gingival inflammation and periodontal disease progression. Immunological changes, including alterations in immune cell function and cytokine production, further contribute to the heightened inflammatory response observed in the periodontium of pregnant individuals. While the precise mechanisms underlying the relationship between pregnancy and periodontal status continue to be elucidated, preventive measures such as oral hygiene education, regular dental check-ups, and timely periodontal treatment are crucial for promoting optimal oral health outcomes for both mother and child during gestation. Understanding the influence of pregnancy on periodontal status is essential for providing comprehensive prenatal care and ensuring the well-being of pregnant individuals and their offspring. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-324346c8dc6a4b3e98c7fecfd860a23c2024-04-16T06:51:34ZengRomanian Dental Association for EducationRomanian Journal of Medical and Dental Education2393-15312393-11082024-02-01131111120DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERSIrina-Georgeta Sufaru0Maria-Alexandra Martu1Ioana Martu2George-Alexandru Maftei3Liliana Pasarin4Ionut Luchian5Silvia Martu6Sorina-Mihaela Solomon7 “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași, Romania, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Periodontology “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași, Romania, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Periodontology “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași,Romania, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Prosthetic Dentistry “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași, Romania, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Oral Medicine “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași, Romania, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Periodontology “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași, Romania, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Periodontology “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași, Romania, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Periodontology “Grigore T. Popa" U.M.Ph. -Iași, Romania, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Department of Periodontology Pregnancy is a unique physiological state characterized by hormonal fluctuations and immunological adaptations that can impact various aspects of maternal health, including oral health. The influence of pregnancy on periodontal status has been the subject of extensive research, with studies highlighting the association between gestation and changes in the oral cavity. Elevated levels of estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy have been implicated in the exacerbation of gingival inflammation and periodontal disease progression. Immunological changes, including alterations in immune cell function and cytokine production, further contribute to the heightened inflammatory response observed in the periodontium of pregnant individuals. While the precise mechanisms underlying the relationship between pregnancy and periodontal status continue to be elucidated, preventive measures such as oral hygiene education, regular dental check-ups, and timely periodontal treatment are crucial for promoting optimal oral health outcomes for both mother and child during gestation. Understanding the influence of pregnancy on periodontal status is essential for providing comprehensive prenatal care and ensuring the well-being of pregnant individuals and their offspring.https://journal.adre.ro/distinctive-features-of-periodontal-status-in-expectant-mothers/pregnancyoral changesperiodontal inflammationperiodontal pathogensoxidative stress |
| spellingShingle | Irina-Georgeta Sufaru Maria-Alexandra Martu Ioana Martu George-Alexandru Maftei Liliana Pasarin Ionut Luchian Silvia Martu Sorina-Mihaela Solomon DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERS Romanian Journal of Medical and Dental Education pregnancy oral changes periodontal inflammation periodontal pathogens oxidative stress |
| title | DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERS |
| title_full | DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERS |
| title_fullStr | DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERS |
| title_full_unstemmed | DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERS |
| title_short | DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF PERIODONTAL STATUS IN EXPECTANT MOTHERS |
| title_sort | distinctive features of periodontal status in expectant mothers |
| topic | pregnancy oral changes periodontal inflammation periodontal pathogens oxidative stress |
| url | https://journal.adre.ro/distinctive-features-of-periodontal-status-in-expectant-mothers/ |
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