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A Review on the Oral Health Impacts of Acculturation

Abstract  

The impact of acculturation on systemic health has been extensively investigated and is regarded as an important explanatory
factor for health disparity. However, information is limited and fragmented on the oral health implications of acculturation.
This study aimed to review the current evidence on the oral health impact of acculturation. Papers were retrieved from five
electronic databases. Twenty-seven studies were included in this review. Their scientific quality was rated and key findings
were summarized. Seventeen studies investigated the impacts of acculturation on the utilization of dental services; among
them, 16 reported positive associations between at least one acculturation indicator and use of dental services. All 15 studies
relating acculturation to oral diseases (dental caries and periodontal disease) suggested better oral health among acculturated
individuals. Evidence is lacking to support that better oral health of acculturated immigrants is attributable to their improved
dental attendance. Further researches involving other oral health behaviors and diseases and incorporating refined acculturation
scales are needed. Prospective studies will facilitate the understanding on the trajectory of immigrants’ oral health along
the acculturation continuum.

  • Content Type Journal Article
  • DOI 10.1007/s10903-010-9414-9
  • Authors
    • Xiaol-Li Gao, Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Prince Philip Dental Hospital, 34 Hospital Road, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
    • Colman McGrath, Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Prince Philip Dental Hospital, 34 Hospital Road, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong
    • Journal Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health
    • Online ISSN 1557-1920
    • Print ISSN 1557-1912
Posted in: Journal Article Abstracts on 11/18/2010 | Link to this post on IFP |
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