Ayeesha Simran Patel, Sagar Jalihal, Anil V Ankola, Varkey Nadakkavukaran Santhosh, Kavitha Ragu, Jasleen Thakker, David Coutinho, Laxmi Kabra
BACKGROUND: Occupation significantly influences oral health, with factors like the work environment, stress levels, access to dental care, and job-related habits playing crucial roles. The oral health of construction workers, especially migrant workers, is a noteworthy concern. Understanding the oral health of this population is crucial for enhancing their quality of life through various means. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of dental caries, oral hygiene status, and deleterious habits in this occupational group of Belagavi district, Karnataka...
March 2024: Journal of Preventive Medicine and Hygiene