Table 3: The association between oral health and preterm birth.

Dental disorders

Total, n = 200

No (%)

Preterm birth

No (%)

Dental caries

28 (14.0)

5 (17.9)

Periodontitis

10 (5.0)

2 (20.0)

Gingivitis

21 (10.5)

1 (4.8)

Gum bleeding

14 (7.0)

1 (7.1)

Mouth ulcers

6 (3.0)

0

Toothache

6 (3.0)

0