Redefine oral health: a call for inclusivity in the concept of oral health
Current, globally accepted definitions of oral health emphasize pain-free functionality, expressive capacity, and specific psychosocial dimensions that contribute to self-confidence, well-being, and societal participation. However, these definitions inadvertently exclude diverse lived experiences by...
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| Main Authors: | Moréniké Oluwátóyìn Foláyan, Nicaise Ndembi, Olunike Rebecca Abodunrin, Bridget Haire |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2025-05-01
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| Series: | Frontiers in Oral Health |
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| Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/froh.2025.1543770/full |
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