A scoping review exploring oral health inequalities in India: a call for action to reform policy, practice and research.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Reduction in health inequalities and providing universal access to health care have been identified as two important global milestones by the World Health Organization for countries to achieve by 2030. Therefore, recognizing the magnitude of oral health inequalities in India has become a pressing priority to improve access to dental care within the country. This scoping review was conducted with the aim of reviewing, collating and analysing the current knowledge base on oral health inequalities in India.

Methodology

The scoping review followed Arksey and O'Malley's approach, and reporting was performed in accordance with the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. A systematic search was conducted on Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, and EMBASE to identify literature addressing on

SUBMITTER: Dasson Bajaj P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10664303 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature