There are new studies  that are showing how it can take longer for a women with gum disease to become pregnant.  It is sad how many times good dental and and oral health care is underestimated. However,  new research is showing that for woman there is yet another reason to maintain good oral hygiene and dental health care.

This new research has shown that the presence of gum disease can by an average of two months extend the time it takes for a woman to become pregnant. For the first time researcher have been able to clearly  demonstrate the significant impact of poor oral health on the time to pregnancy in women who are trying to conceive.