New research suggests that the microbes in a pregnant woman’s saliva might reveal much more than just oral health. A study ...

The authors conclude, "Our study shows that numerous aspects of the oral microbiome in pregnancy are associated with women's ...

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 20, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- In pregnant women, the oral microbiome is associated with stress and mental ...

The authors conclude, "Our study shows that numerous aspects of the oral microbiome in pregnancy are associated with women's life stress and mental health. Importantly, these associations differ ...

Research shows maternal mental health affects oral microbiome diversity. Stress, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms can alter ...

New research has found that the number and type of microbes present in the saliva of pregnant women differ according to whether they are experiencing life stress and symptoms of anxiety, depression ...

Oral Health Kansas, a health consumer advocacy organization, developed the tool a few years ago. The executive director says ...

A pregnant person’s saliva can offer clues about their mental state, including whether they are experiencing anxiety, ...

The authors conclude, “Our study shows that numerous aspects of the oral microbiome in pregnancy are associated with women’s life stress and mental health. Importantly, these associations ...

Specific stress and mental health traits were also associated with high levels of certain microbe species. The researchers said that their findings suggest that the oral microbiome could be a ...