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Intersectionality, racial discrimination and oral health in Australia.

Helena Silveira SchuchDandara Gabriela HaagJoão Luiz Dornelles BastosYin ParadiesLisa M Jamieson
Published in: Community dentistry and oral epidemiology (2020)
Our findings indicate that perceived racial discrimination, as a specific form of widespread inequality, is associated with higher frequencies of oral health impairment among Australian adults. We also suggest that socially marginalized groups bear a greater burden of the oral health effects of racial discrimination.
Keyphrases
  • oral health
  • african american
  • depressive symptoms
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • social support
  • risk factors