The Effect of Oral Health Instruction on Knowledge, Attitude and Performance of Pregnant Women in Mashhad-Iran: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Mahla Rezaei,
Samaneh Salari,
Zahra Soroush
Abstract:Aim: The current study investigated the knowledge and attitude of pregnant women regarding the importance of oral hygiene, considering its importance during pregnancy and its effect on maternal and fetal health. The effect of educating mothers about oral hygiene was also assessed.
Methods and Materials: This study was performed on 203 pregnant women in Mashhad, Iran. The subjects were divided into two groups:102 in the control group and 101 in the intervention group. First, both groups completed a design… Show more
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