Dental Health and Prenatal Health

Studies indicate pregnant women with the gum disease periodontitis are more likely to experience a miscarriage, stillbirth, preterm labor, or have low birth-weight babies. Professor Londi Shangase, head of oral medicine and periodontology at the Wits School of Oral Health Sciences, believes maintaining good dental care during pregnancy is vital to the health of the baby and mother. By following just a few simple steps, pregnant women can dramatically reduce their risk factors for periodontitis.  For the full article click here.