Maternal periodontitis directly and/or indirectly have potential to influence the health of the foetal-maternal unit. Two major pathways have been identified, one direct, in which oral microorganisms and/or their components reach the foetal-placental unit, and one indirect, in which inflammatory mediators circulate and impact the foetal-placental unit. Given the current evidence, various treatment strategies could be evaluated that consider specific target populations, as well as timing and intensity of treatment.
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