A study of gingivitis in pregnancy

Abstract

In setting out this thesis, an attempt has been made to give a detailed investigation of the gingival changes which may take place in pregnancy and with particular reference to pregnancy gingivitis or, as it is referred to in this thesis: gingivitis gravidarum. Gingivitis gravidarum is that gingivitis which occurs in the pregnant state and is attributable to, or aggravated by the gravid state. A clinical survey has been carried out and a detailed study of all available literature made. As a result of this study, comparisons are drawn between Australian born and immigrant groups. There are many unsolved problems concerning the condition, and although this investigation does not cover any new ground in the light of world research, it is, to the best of my knowledge, the first time that a survey as comprehensive as this has been made in this country.