Dental Pain and Worsened Socioeconomic Conditions Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

ABSTRACT: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has led to economic contraction and significant restrictions on society. The shock to the economy could lead to a deterioration of physical health outcomes, including dental health. The present study investigated the association between worsened socioeconomic conditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic and dental pain in Japan. The mediating effects of psychological distress and oral health-related behaviors were also evaluated. Cross-sectional data from the Japan COVID-19 and Society Internet Survey conducted from August to September 2020 (n = 25,482; age range, 15-79 y) were analyzed. Multivariable logistic regression models were fitted to evaluate the independent associations of household income reduction, work reduction, and job loss

SUBMITTER: Matsuyama Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8138328 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature