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https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/105121| Title: | Oral health related quality of life impact in dentistry |
| Authors: | Alzoubi, Emad Eddin Attard, Nikolai J. |
| Keywords: | Mouth -- Care and hygiene Hygiene Quality of life Dentistry |
| Issue Date: | 2017 |
| Publisher: | Research & Reviews |
| Citation: | Alzoubi, E. E., & Attard, N. J. (2017). Oral health related quality of life impact in dentistry. Research & Reviews: Journal of Dental Sciences, 5(2), 35-42. |
| Abstract: | In spite of its recent emergence over the past 30 years, oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) has important impact on the clinical practice of dentistry and dental research. OHRQoL is a multidimensional paradigm that involves a subjective evaluation of the individual’s oral health, functional wellbeing, emotional well-being, expectations and satisfaction with care, and sense of self. It has been beneficial in relation to clinical research and health policies regulation. OHRQoL is an integral part of general health and well-being, World Health Organization (WHO) had considered Oral health related quality of life as an important section of the Global Oral Health Program (2003). |
| URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/105121 |
| ISSN: | 23207949 |
| Appears in Collections: | Scholarly Works - FacDenCDHO |
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