Can gum disease cause premature birth?

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Yes!  This is why it is important to go to the dentist for a cleaning while pregnant.  A lot of insurances even cover an extra cleaning when pregnant.

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Interesting! I never knew it can, but it can indeed. It increases the risk of preeclampsia as well as other issues that can lead to premature birth. Here’s one article explaining it and the conclusion: 
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4318095/

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Gum disease leads to other complications, especially for the heart.

Can gum disease cause premature birth?

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