Explaining income inequities in tooth loss among Brazilian adults.

Rafael Aiello BomfimHelena Mendes ConstanteAndreia Morales Cascaes

Published in: Journal of public health dentistry (2023)

Individual and contextual covariates (proxy for human development level and water fluoridation coverage) explained a large share of income-related tooth loss inequities. Tailored strategies to act at both levels can help reduce tooth loss inequities among Brazilian adults.

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