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The Effects of Pregnancy on Oral Health, Salivary ph and Flow Rate
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Evaluation of DMFT index, CPI scores, salivary pH and flow rate in pregnant and non-pregnant woman for Pregnancy Related and 3 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 198 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of pregnancy on salivary pH, flow rate, caries experience and periodontal status. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does pregnancy affect caries experience and periodontal status? * Does pregnancy affect salivary pH and flow rate? * Is there a difference between pregnant and non-pregnant woman with respect to caries experience, periodontal status, salivary pH and flow rate? * Is there a difference among first, second and third trimester with respect to caries experience, periodontal status, salivary pH and flow rate?
Study Details
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Interventions
Total 198 volunteer (51 women for control, 47 women for 1st trimester, 51 women for 2nd trimester, and 49 women for 3rd trimester) were included. The data about sociodemographic characteristics, dental and systemic health conditions were recorded. Unsitumulated saliva samples were collected for 5 minutes by spitting method. The pH of saliva was measured by a portable pHmeter. The salivary flow rate was determined by the weight measurement method. DMFT index and CPI scores were determined. The statistical differences were evaluated by Kruskal-Wallis, Mann Whitney U and Chi Square tests (α=.05).