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Frequency and factors associated with the utilization (curative and preventive) of oral health care services among pregnant women in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo

20251 citationOpen accessUniversité de Kinshasa (UNIKIN)

Abstract

The utilization of oral health care services during pregnancy is very low. Appropriate public health initiatives are urgently needed to facilitate collaboration between health professionals to integrate oral and dental consultations, oral health counseling, and check-ups as an essential component of routine ANC.

Research topics

  • Dental Health and Care Utilization
  • Oral microbiology and periodontitis research
  • HIV/AIDS oral health manifestations

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1038/s41405-025-00308-w

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