The oral microbiome and dental health during pregnancy: Impact on maternal and foetal health outcomes.

Pregnancy-related hormonal changes can alter oral bacteria, increasing gum disease risk and potentially causing systemic complications like gestational diabetes, hypertension, and preterm birth. Proposed interventions including probiotics, antimicrobials, and laser therapy may help restore healthy oral microbiota and improve maternal and foetal outcomes.

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