Socioeconomic and Determinants of Oral Health across the Life Course

Dear Colleagues,

Billions of people worldwide are still suffering from oral diseases, despite the fact that they are largely preventable. Oral diseases negatively and disproportionately impact the quality of life, whereby socially disadvantaged groups are affected more significantly. A wealth of research these past decades has revealed the underlying socioeconomic determinants of oral health from early childhood to older age, including household income, educational status, occupation, and area-level deprivation. Further, it has been argured that, in addition to social determinants, the commercial determinants of oral health—such as free sugar and tobacco—also need to be addressed. These determinants dynamically interact with each other. Research exploring the causal relationships and deconstructing the intermediating pathways as well as evaluating relevant policies at each stage and throughout life are required.

This Special Issue invites papers that increase our understanding of the nexus between the socioeconomic determinants of oral health. Research exploring causality and its mechanisms are especially welcome. It is hoped that the submissions will reflect broad representation and include many countries across the globe, especially where relevant evidence is absent. All types of studies, including original research, reviews, and short communications, will be considered.

Dr. Yusuke Matsuyama
Guest Editor

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