Dental pain in adult and elderly homeless people: Prevalence, associated factors, and impact on the quality of life in Midwest Brazil.

Maria do Carmo Matias FreireJuliana Aparecida de Campos LawderJoão Batista de SouzaMarcos André de Matos

Published in: Journal of public health dentistry (2021)

The prevalence, intensity, and self-management of dental pain were high among the Brazilian homeless people studied. Reporting of pain was associated with factors related to dental care and negatively affected their quality of life.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
pain management
neuropathic pain
oral health
risk factors
healthcare
palliative care
quality improvement
middle aged
spinal cord
high intensity
health insurance
adverse drug
affordable care act