Utilization of dental health services and its associated factors among adult population in Ernakulam district, Kerala, India: A mixed-method analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There exists a high burden of oral diseases. Yet, the utilization of oral health care remains low. Understanding how, when, and why/why not individuals utilize dental healthcare resources is essential for planning health services and developing policies as it reflects the population's oral health needs, helps allocate resources efficiently, and formulate policies that are tailored to address their needs.

Objectives

To assess the utilization of dental health services and its associated factors along with barriers and facilitators among adults residing in Ernakulam district, Kerala, using the Anderson healthcare model for healthcare utilization.

Methods

A mixed-method study was conducted among adults aged 18 years and above in urban and rural wards of Ernakul

SUBMITTER: Sidharthan S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10862006 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature