Triple Jeopardy in Oral Health: Additive Effects of Immigrant Status, Education, and Neighborhood.
Gustavo Hermes SoaresD HaagJoão Luiz Dornelles BastosG MejiaL JamiesonPublished in: JDR clinical and translational research (2024)
Our analysis underscores the necessity for policies and public health strategies targeting dental caries-related inequities to comprehensively account for various indicators of social disadvantage, particularly encompassing language proficiency, educational attainment, and neighborhood socioeconomic status. Within the intricate interplay of these factors, we identify a vulnerable subgroup comprising children with the highest prevalence of dental decay. Therefore, prioritizing this specific demographic should be the focal point of policies and public health initiatives aimed at fostering equitable oral health outcomes.