Obstetrics and Periodontal Therapy (OPT) Study

In addition to developmental and social problems, medically managing LBW babies is very costly. In the U.S., an estimated $5.4 billion is spent annually managing LBW babies, which is about 10% of the annual health care expenditures for children [16]. I.1.2.1. Association of Preterm Delivery and Low Birth Weight and Periodontal Disease. ................
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