Epidemiological and Oral Public Health Aspects of Dental Pain
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Delgado-Pérez Víctor J, Patiño-Marín Nuria, Rueda-Ibarra Vicente, Márquez-Rodríguez Sonia, Casanova-Rosado Alejandro J, Casanova-Rosado Juan F, Acuña-González Gladys R, López-Gómez Sandra A, Medina-Solís Carlo E, Maupomé Gerardo
Hypothesis
The aim of this narrative review is to synthesize and discuss existing evidence on the epidemiological aspects of dental pain.
Conclusion
Dental pain is a significant public health issue that affects quality of life and requires improved access to preventive care and education.
Supporting Evidence
- Dental pain affects individuals' quality of life and can lead to absenteeism from work and school.
- Lower socioeconomic status is associated with a higher prevalence of dental pain due to limited access to care.
- Psychological factors such as anxiety and depression can worsen the perception of dental pain.
- Public health strategies are needed to improve access to preventive dental care and education.
Takeaway
Dental pain is a common problem that can make it hard for people to eat, sleep, and go to school or work. We need to help everyone get better dental care to feel better.
Methodology
This narrative review employed a literature search in PubMed and Google Scholar, focusing on studies published in the last 10 years related to the epidemiology of dental pain.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the exclusion of non-peer-reviewed studies and those with poor methodologies.
Limitations
The review is limited to studies published in English or Spanish and may not include all relevant literature.
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