Impact of maternal and child dental anxiety on oral health-related quality of life of 5-6-year-old preschool children.

Rashidah Esa Marhazlinda Binti Jamaludin Zamros Yuzadi Mohd Yusof

Published in: Health and quality of life outcomes (2020)

Maternal dental anxiety and child's dental caries experience have significantly impacted the COHRQoL, the CIS, and the FIS domains. Demographic factors such as maternal education, income, urban/rural location, and kindergarten type acted as moderators that can strengthen or weaken the relationship between maternal dental anxiety and COHRQoL of 5-6-year-old preschool children.

Keyphrases

birth weight
pregnancy outcomes
mental health
oral health
sleep quality
healthcare
south africa
pregnant women
gestational age
depressive symptoms