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Methods: A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases was conducted as per PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Studies published in English in the last 15 years on adult incarcerated women were included. Data on oral health outcomes, risk factors, and interventions were extracted and analyzed. Results: Ten studies revealed significantly higher rates of oral diseases among incarcerated women compared to the general population. Behavioral factors such as smoking and poor diet, combined with inadequate access to care, are major contributors. Pregnant inmates face compounded risks, with poor oral health linked to adverse maternal and infant outcomes. Conclusions: Incarcerated women experience severe oral health disparities requiring gender-responsive, interdisciplinary interventions, including preventive care, education, and integrated correctional policies. 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