Oral Health Outcomes for Children in Hawaii: Not Much to Smile About
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Nothing to smile about
BACKGROUND Several studies have demonstrated the high incidence of periodontal disorders among patients suffering from mental illnesses, probably because of self-care impairment, the difficult financial conditions, and the lack of motivation. The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of depression and alexithymia on periodontal status. Due to the influence of personality traits o...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Dental Problems and Solutions
سال: 2015
ISSN: 2394-8418
DOI: 10.17352/2394-8418.000014