Browsing Faculty of Natural Sciences by Author "Turton, Mervyn"
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Further evidence for periodontal disease as a risk indicator for adverse pregnancy outcomes
Turton, Mervyn; Africa, Charlene W.J. (Elsevier, 2017)Although there is increasing evidence to suggest an association between periodontal disease and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the issue remains controversial. Study objective: This study tested the hypothesis that ... -
Oral health status and treatment needs of pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Africa, Charlene Wilma Joyce; Turton, Mervyn (Hindawi, 2019)During pregnancy, the oral cavity is characterised by an acidic environment and an inflammatory response brought about by vomiting and changes in hormonal levels, respectively, thereby increasing the mother’s risk of ...