Periodontitis refers to the inflammation of gums and the surrounding structures and caused
by a bacterial infection. The infection occurs owing to poor oral hygiene and could destroy …

In the last five decades, considerable progress has been made towards understanding the
etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases and their interactions with the host. The …

The microbiome of the female genital tract may undergo changes in pregnancy due to
metabolic, endocrinological, and immunological alterations. These dysbiotic states may …

Abstract Ethnopharmacological relevance In traditional Chinese medicine, propolis has
been used for treating oral diseases for centuries, widely. Flavonoid extract is the main …

Preterm birth is a leading cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. Studies using a
cultivation method or molecular identification have shown that bacterial vaginosis is one of …

Background and objective Published studies proved that both pyroptosis and periodontitis
owned a substantial relationship with immunity, and recent research revealed a solid …

Periodontitis is a microbially driven host-mediated disease that leads to loss of periodontal
attachment and bone. It is associated with elevation of systemic inflammatory markers and …

Purpose Oral microbiota maintains a dynamic ecological balance with the host. However, a
disruption in this balance can lead to oral diseases such as dental caries and periodontitis …

We are changing our concept that the newborn infant emerges from a sterile environment. In-
utero colonization may have major impacts on the developing mammal in terms of …

For more than two decades the possible association between periodontal diseases and
adverse pregnancy outcomes has been extensively evaluated. Numerous observational …