Unfavourable beliefs about oral health and safety of dental care during pregnancy: a systematic review

Abstract Background Oral conditions such as gingivitis and periodontitis are correlated with adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preeclampsia, preterm birth and low birth weight. Oral health-related unfavourable beliefs can have negative influences on oral health behaviours including hesitation in ac...

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Main Authors: Yasaman Mohammadi Kamalabadi, M. Karen Campbell, Natalie M. Zitoun, Abbas Jessani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-10-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-023-03439-4