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Despite recommendations for dental care during pregnancy, there remains limited awareness and utilization of dental services among pregnant women.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Aim:<\/jats:title>\n To assess the oral health status and evaluate the knowledge and attitude of pregnant women regarding oral hygiene.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods:<\/jats:title>\n A cross-sectional study was conducted on 150 pregnant women aged 18\u201340 years attending hospitals in Meerut, India. A structured questionnaire (in Hindi and English) assessed knowledge and attitude, and clinical examinations were performed using the WHO Performa 1997. Statistical analysis including Chi-square tests was performed.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results:<\/jats:title>\n \n 74% of women experienced gingival swelling, and 63.3% noticed color changes in their gums. Only 50.7% had visited a dentist during pregnancy. 92.7% did not observe changes in tooth anatomy. Awareness regarding trimester-appropriate dental care was low (13.3%). A significant association was found between knowledge level and oral hygiene practices (\n P<\/jats:italic>\n < 0.001).\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n Pregnant women in Meerut exhibit poor awareness and suboptimal oral health. 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