The oral health of the mother is the best predictor of the oral health of the child. If the mother has poor oral hygiene, a poor diet, and a high bacterial load, that will get passed on to the child. Periodontal disease is also associated with poor pregnancy outcomes, including pre-term labor and preeclampsia. This video featuring Mark Deutchman, MD, family medicine physician and professor at the University of Colorado, delves into the reasons that oral health during pregnancy is crucial for both mother and baby.
