Associations of adverse childhood experiences with caries and toothbrushing in adolescents. The Young-HUNT4 Survey

• Main Authors: Lena Myran (Author), Abhijit Sen (Author), Tiril Willumsen (Author), Audun Havnen (Author), Therese Kvist (Author), Anne Rønneberg (Author), Göran Dahllöf (Author), Hedda Høvik (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with poor oral health. Using a life course theoretical framework, this study explored the associations of specific and cumulative ACEs with caries and toothbrushing frequency in a Norwegian adolescent population. Methods Partici...