Sociodemographic Determinants for Oral Health Risk Profiles

The present study aimed to explore the association between caries risk profiles and different sociodemographic factors . The study sample (n=104) was randomly selected within an urban population in Flanders, Belgium. Caries risk was assessed by anamnesis, clinical examination, salivary tests, and a...

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Published in:International Journal of Dentistry 2010-01, Vol.2010 (2010), p.408-411
Main Authors: Vanobbergen, J., De Visschere, L., Daems, M., Ceuppens, A., Van Emelen, J.
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Language:English
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Summary:The present study aimed to explore the association between caries risk profiles and different sociodemographic factors . The study sample (n=104) was randomly selected within an urban population in Flanders, Belgium. Caries risk was assessed by anamnesis, clinical examination, salivary tests, and a questionnaire. Age, gender, and socio-economic status were extracted from social insurance data files. Social indicators were “occupational status,” “being entitled to the increased allowance for health care interventions” and having access to the “Maximum Bill” (MAF), initiatives undertaken to protect deprived families. In the bivariate analysis there were significant differences in risk profiles between occupational groups (P
ISSN:1687-8728
1687-8736
DOI:10.1155/2010/938936