Martínez Nieto M, De León Rodríguez ML, Alcaraz Baturoni FJ, Soto Chávez AA, Lomelí Martínez SM. Link between caries, periodontitis, and pregnancy: The role of personalized oral hygiene. World J Clin Cases 2025; 13(6): 100263 [DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i6.100263]
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Sarah Monserrat Lomelí Martínez, MD, MSc, PhD, Academic Research, Professor, Department of Medical and Life Sciences, Centro Universitario de la Ciénega, Universidad de Guadalajara, Avenue Universidad 1115, Col Lindavista, Ocotlán 47810, Jalisco, Mexico. sarah.lomeli@academicos.udg.mx
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World J Clin Cases. Feb 26, 2025; 13(6): 100263 Published online Feb 26, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i6.100263
Link between caries, periodontitis, and pregnancy: The role of personalized oral hygiene
Melissa Martínez Nieto, Martha Leticia De León Rodríguez, Francisco Javier Alcaraz Baturoni, Alma Alicia Soto Chávez, Sarah Monserrat Lomelí Martínez
Melissa Martínez Nieto, Francisco Javier Alcaraz Baturoni, Alma Alicia Soto Chávez, Periodontics Program, Department of Integrated Dentistry Clinics, Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44340, Mexico
Martha Leticia De León Rodríguez, Sarah Monserrat Lomelí Martínez, Department of Medical and Life Sciences, Centro Universitario de la Ciénega, Universidad de Guadalajara, Ocotlán 47810, Jalisco, Mexico
Sarah Monserrat Lomelí Martínez, Master of Public Health, Department of Well-being and Sustainable, Centro Universitario del Norte, Universidad de Guadalajara, Colotlán 46200, Mexico
Author contributions: Martínez Nieto M, Lomelí Martínez SM, De León Rodríguez ML and Alcaraz Baturoni FJ contributed equally to the preparation of this manuscript; Lomelí Martínez SM and Soto Chávez AA conceptualized the study; Lomelí Martínez SM, Martínez Nieto M, De León Rodríguez ML and Soto Chávez AA performed literature searches; Lomelí Martínez SM, Martínez Nieto M, De León Rodríguez ML, Alcaraz Baturoni FJ wrote the preliminary draft; Martínez Nieto M, Lomelí Martínez SM, De León Rodríguez ML and Soto Chávez AA critically reviewed and approved the manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to disclose.
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Corresponding author: Sarah Monserrat Lomelí Martínez, MD, MSc, PhD, Academic Research, Professor, Department of Medical and Life Sciences, Centro Universitario de la Ciénega, Universidad de Guadalajara, Avenue Universidad 1115, Col Lindavista, Ocotlán 47810, Jalisco, Mexico. sarah.lomeli@academicos.udg.mx
Received: August 11, 2024 Revised: September 25, 2024 Accepted: November 5, 2024 Published online: February 26, 2025 Processing time: 105 Days and 15.7 Hours
Abstract
Optimal health during pregnancy is crucial for ensuring the well-being of the mother and the developing fetus. This article is focused on the impact of oral health and the role of personalized oral hygiene management in addressing prevalent dental issues among pregnant women, with particular emphasis on periodontal disease and dental caries. Despite the high prevalence of these dental problems and their association with obstetric complications such as pre-term birth and low birth weight, many pregnant women do not receive adequate dental care. This gap in care is often due to misconceptions about the safety of dental treatments during pregnancy and lack of awareness on the part of healthcare professionals. Appreciations of the impacts of oral health and personalization of oral hygiene strategies such as tailored education and support, have proven effective in improving oral health in this population. Significant reductions in the incidence of caries and periodontal disease may be achieved by adapting care to the specific needs of each patient, thereby enhancing maternal and fetal health outcomes. Integration of personalized oral hygiene management into maternal health programs and enhancement of ongoing education for pregnant women and healthcare professionals are essential steps in the reduction of pregnancy-related risks and improvement of maternal and neonatal well-being.
Core Tip: In this article, we reviewed a recent study on the effects of personalized oral hygiene management on the oral health of pregnant women, as discussed in the article by Men et al. The study demonstrated that personalized oral hygiene interventions significantly improved oral health outcomes during pregnancy by reducing the prevalence of dental caries and periodontal disease. We emphasized the importance of individualized oral care programs that integrate education and tailored support, and we highlighted their significance in enhancing maternal and fetal health. This approach underscores the need for incorporating personalized oral hygiene management into routine prenatal care in order to optimize health outcomes.
