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Poor oral health during pregnancy is linked to adverse outcomes such as pre-eclampsia, preterm birth, and low birth weight.
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Only 28% of Medicaid-enrolled pregnant women received dental cleanings, compared to 46% in the general U.S. pregnant population.
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States offering Medicaid dental coverage have higher rates of dental cleaning during pregnancy than those without such coverage.
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Racial and ethnic disparities exist in dental care access, with non-White women, particularly Black and Asian women, facing lower rates of dental cleanings.
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The study utilized PRAMS data from 2012 to 2021 to analyze the association between Medicaid dental benefits and access to dental care during pregnancy.
