Women undergo multiple stages in the course of their life, such as puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, and these can influence their oral health due to hormonal changes. 1 During pregnancy, there is an increase in the secretion of progesterone and estrogen, leading to periodontal hypervascularization, alterations in the production of collagen, and increased susceptibility to oral biofilm, which may exacerbate pre-existing gingivitis or periodontitis. 1,2 The relationship between periodontal diseases and adverse pregnancy outcomes has been the subject of numerous studies in the last decade and it is currently suggested as a risk factor for the development of some
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