Background: Pregnant women are more susceptible to periodontal disease and it may be associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes. 

Objectives: The objectives of this study were to assess women’s knowledge and attitude towards oral and dental health during pregnancy and to observe their self-care practices in relation to oral and dental health.  

Methods and Materials: This is a cross-sectional descriptive and analytical study conducted at the parental clinic. The study groups were included of 450 pregnant women attending in the clinic using convenience sampling method. A self-administered validated questionnaire was used. Statistical analysis done using SPSS version 22. 

Results: Of the total study group, 450 responded to the questionnaire and participated in the study. All the women brushed at least twice daily. However, only 40% flossed daily, 31.1% brushed after meals and 24.2% had a dental check-up at least twice a year. The knowledge among them related to dental health care was also poor. Though the majority (88.9%) agreed that women should have a dental check-up during pregnancy, only 42% actually do practice. This raises serious concern since pregnant women may need extra oral and dental care due to susceptibility to gingival diseases during pregnancy, which may contribute to low birth weight babies and premature births. 

Conclusion: This study highlights important gaps in dental knowledge and practices related to oral and dental healthcare among pregnant women. More intense dental health education, including oral health promotion in maternal child health centers can lead to improved oral and dental health, and ultimately pregnancy outcomes. 

Keywords: Attitude; Oral health; Knowledge; Oral hygiene Practice; Pregnancy