Abstract
This qualitative study explored the oral health experiences of four women of color during their pregnancies. Data was collected through interviews and presented as case studies. Although existing literature indicated that pregnant women of color are at a higher risk for developing periodontal disease, the participants in this case study reported actively engaging with their dental care providers, daily intake of prenatal vitamins with practice of self-oral care, and compliance with oral hygiene instructions. Further studies should investigate larger sample populations with broader minority ethnic groups to help explore the determinants of racial disparities and strategize ways to reduce barriers related to maternal oral hygiene management.
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Mayo, Darrylnn
(2026)
"Racial Disparities Among Pregnant Women of Color and Their High Risk for Developing Periodontal Disease,"
Pacific Journal of Health: Vol. 9:
Iss.
1, Article 6.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56031/2576-215X.1112
Available at:
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/pjh/vol9/iss1/6
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