Is the use of contraceptives associated with periodontal diseases? A systematic review and meta-analyses

• Main Authors: Micaele Maria Lopes Castro (Author), Maria Karolina Martins Ferreira (Author), Iasmin Encaua Essashika Prazeres (Author), Paula Beatriz de Oliveira Nunes (Author), Marcela Baraúna Magno (Author), Cassiano Kuchenbecker Rösing (Author), Lucianne Cople Maia (Author), Rafael Rodrigues Lima (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2021-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Previous studies indicated an impact of hormonal contraceptive use on oral health. This systematic review aimed to investigate the evidence supporting the impact of the use of hormonal contraceptives and periodontal diseases. Methods This study is based on Preferred Reporting Ite...