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Dental caries experience and associated factors in adults: a cross-sectional community survey within Ethiopia.

Birke BogaleFasikawit EngidaCharlotte HanlonMartin J PrinceJennifer E Gallagher
Published in: BMC public health (2021)
This study demonstrated a high burden of dental caries and considerable consequences resulting from untreated disease in this population of adults. There was evidence of social inequity, limited utilisation of dental care and oral health awareness. This highlights the need for oral health system strengthening focusing on health promotion and expanding overall access to care.
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