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Burden of oral diseases in Bafia (Cameroon)

H.B. Nguendo Yongsi - Cameroon
Published in French in Tropical Dental Journal N° 177 - Volume 45 - Mars 2022 - 17-33   Article Open access  

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Abstract

Background: Despite significant improvements in oral health worldwide, many people suffer from untreated oral conditions that cause preventable pain, decreased productivity, and decreased quality of life. The burden of oral diseases is particularly burdensome on disadvantaged population groups in developing countries, where those oral health conditions are major public health concerns.
Research objectives: The purpose of this study is to describe the burden of oral conditions and the influence of key socio-behavioural risk factors on the oral health in Bafia. Specifically, it involves identifying oral health indicators, determining key oral conditions in the population, and addressing associated risk factors.
Material and methods: A cross-sectional epidemiological study ...

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