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September 10, 2025The Open Dentistry JournalOpen Access

Utilization of Oral Health Services by Pregnant Women Attending Primary Healthcare Centers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

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DADania E. Al AgiliSASolafa AyoubSNShillpa Naavaal

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Overview

Cross-sectional survey assesses dental service utilization among pregnant women, indicating barriers in care.

Key Points

  • Only 31% of pregnant women reported dental visits during pregnancy, indicating significant underutilization.
  • Women advised by prenatal health providers were more likely to visit a dentist during pregnancy, with odds ratios highlighting this trend.
  • Scheduling difficulties and misconceptions about dental safety were key factors affecting dental care utilization.
  • Integrating oral health counseling into antenatal care is crucial for improving accessibility and awareness.

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Agili et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c2409bb210217d6479c057https://doi.org/10.2174/0118742106384593250714073450
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