Exploring postpartum women's oral health knowledge and dental service use in Florida
Official title: Research Supplement to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research Parent Project: Effects of Pregnancy and Postpartum Medicaid Dental Benefit Generosity On Use Of Dental Services
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-11124367 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how new moms in Florida feel about their dental health and what helps or hinders them from getting dental care during and after pregnancy, especially with recent changes to Medicaid that could help them access services.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $88,140 |
| NIH project number | 3R03DE033075-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11124367 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are postpartum women in Florida, particularly those who are low-income and may face barriers to dental care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not postpartum or those who do not reside in Florida may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the oral health knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of postpartum women in Florida, focusing on their access to dental services during and after pregnancy. It aims to identify barriers and facilitators that affect their use of dental care, particularly in light of recent Medicaid policy changes that expand eligibility for postpartum women. The study will gather data through anonymous surveys administered in both English and Spanish to capture the experiences of Florida's diverse population, especially the Hispanic community. By understanding these factors, the research seeks to improve dental care access for postpartum women.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to dental care for postpartum women, enhancing their overall health and that of their infants.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in addressing oral health needs among postpartum women, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Singhal, Astha — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Singhal, Astha
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.