Determinants of self-perceived oral health in adolescents: A cross-sectional study.

Michele NascimentoFernanda Cunha SoaresGöran DahllöfGiovanna Burgos Souto MaiorTherese Kvist Viviane Colares Soares de Andrade Amorim

Published in: International journal of paediatric dentistry (2020)

Very poor self-perceived oral health indicates life stress and associates with poor oral conditions. Assessments should be used to explore individual treatment needs and abilities to comply with recommendations.

Keyphrases

oral health
physical activity
social support
depressive symptoms
mental health
young adults
clinical practice
replacement therapy