Oral health & pregnancy

Care for Oral Health During Pregnancy

The Oral Health and Pregnancy project is a joint effort between the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) and Oral-B®. The main goal of this project is to promote the oral health of pregnant women by providing guidelines for both patients and healthcare professionals.

The crucial role of oral health during pregnancy cannot be underestimated. Scientific research has shown links between gum disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes, such as preterm birth, low birth weight and preeclampsia.

The Oral Health and Pregnancy Project provides comprehensive oral health care guidelines for pregnant women, both for dentists, dental hygienists, other medical professionals and for the women themselves.

These guidelines were created by leading experts in periodontal science and are based on extensive scientific research.