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License evidence Interpretation limitsThe pooled association is observational and susceptible to confounding, differing periodontal definitions and contextual heterogeneity. It does not prove that periodontal treatment prevents preeclampsia or establish the cause of an individual pregnancy complication. Avoid blame and maintain coordinated prenatal care.
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