Impact of dental and orofacial trauma on oral health-related quality of life in adults: A systematic review

CONCLUSION: The highest impact on OHRQoL was seen immediately after the diagnosis of an orofacial trauma. The impact increases with the severity of the trauma. Therefore, to promote overall dental and general health, health education initiatives should include information on the causes, prevention, and requirement for prompt responses by the populace in seeking dental intervention.PMID:37344288 | DOI:10.1016/j.cjtee.2023.05.003
Source: Chinese Journal of Traumatology - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research