Caregivers' perceptions of the oral-health-related quality of life of children with special needs in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Cathrine Nqcobo Tshakane Ralephenya Yolanda M Kolisa Temitope Esan Veerasamy Yengopal

Published in: Health SA = SA Gesondheid (2019)

All the caregivers stated that dental caries had a negative impact on the OHRQoL of the CSNs. However, they appeared to have contradictory perceptions of the oral health needs or status of their children.

Keyphrases

south africa
oral health
healthcare
young adults
palliative care
primary care