Observational studyBMC oral health2024
The effects of pregnancy on oral health, salivary ph and flow rate.
Observational study in BMC oral health, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT06343337 (The Effects of Pregnancy on Oral Health, Salivary ph and Flow Rate), which is not on this map. Cited by 8 papers.
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The Effects of Pregnancy on Oral Health, Salivary ph and Flow Rate
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8 citing papers in PubMed.
- Quantitative Assessment of Vascularization and Stiffness in Salivary Glands During Pregnancy Using Superb Microvascular Imaging and Shear Wave Elastography Techniques.Journal of clinical ultrasound : JCU · 2026Article
- Periodontal Disease and Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy: An Overview of Systematic Reviews.Dentistry journal · 2026Review
- Correlation of Dental Caries with Body Mass Index in Children Aged 5-14 Years: A Cross-sectional Study.International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry · 2026Article
- Oral health changes during pregnancy and their association with stress and salivary cortisol.BMC oral health · 2026Observational
- The Double Burden of Food Insecurity and Poor Oral Health Among Pregnant Women in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal.International journal of dentistry · 2026Article
- Impact of hormonal phases on salivary characteristics and oral hygiene in women: a cross-sectional comparative study.BMC oral health · 2025Article
- Salivary pH Modulation and Antimicrobial Properties of Oregano-Oil Jelly in Relation to Menstrual and Menopausal Status.Nutrients · 2025Article
- Link between fertility behavior and edentulous jaw in middle-aged Chinese women: a cross-sectional study from the CHARLS.BMC oral health · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe frequent occurrence of dental caries and periodontal diseases in women during pregnancy may be due to many factors, such as salivary variables. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of pregnancy on salivary pH, flow rate, the DMFT index, and CPI sores.
methodsA total of 198 volunteers (pregnant in different trimesters and non- pregnant) were included for the present observational cross-sectional study. Data about sociodemographic characteristics and dental and systemic health conditions were recorded. Unstimulated saliva samples were collected for 5 min via the spitting method. The pH of the saliva was measured by a portable pH meter. The salivary flow rate was determined by the weight measurement method. The DMFT index and CPI were determined. The statistical evaluation was performed using Robust ve Poisson Regression analyses (p < 0.05).
resultsIt was determined that there was a gradually significant decrease in the Ph value from the first trimester to the third trimester during pregnancy, which was lower than the control group. (p < 0.001) The flow rate of pregnants in their third trimester was lower than that of first trimester (p = 0.017). The CPI scores of pregnant women were significantly greater than that of non-pregnants (p = 0.042), while the DMFTs were similar among all groups.
conclusionOur findings indicate that pregnancy leads to a notable reduction in unstimulated salivary pH and flow rate, which also has a detrimental impact on periodontal health.
trial registrationClinical Trials-ID: NCT06343337; Registration Date: 04.01.2024.
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