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Factors associated with dental clinic use by clients in Nigeria during the COVID-19 pandemic

Yewande Isabella Adeyemo
Mohammad Reza Khami
Chioma Love Nzomiwu
Ahmad Reza Shamshiri
Mahsa Karimi
Nneka Maureen Chukwumah
Bamidele Olubukola Popoola
Tosin Olajide Oni
Olubukola O. Olatosi
Elizabeth Obhioneh Oziegbe
Abdulrahman Bala Malami
Heikki Murtomaa
Olabimpe A. Soyoye
Nneka Kate Onyejaka
Michael Alade
Joycelyn Odegua Eigbobo
Morẹ́nikẹ́ Oluwátóyìn Foláyan

20241 citationOpen accessUniversity of Ibadan

Abstract

Fear of COVID-19 infection in dental settings significantly influenced dental service utilization during the pandemic. Strategies to address fear and improve communication channels between dental professionals and patients are essential for promoting oral health during similar crises.

Research topics

Dental Research and COVID-19
COVID-19 diagnosis using AI
Dental Health and Care Utilization

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1186/s12903-024-04566-2

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