Acute apical abscess is an inflammatory condition of periradicular tissues that usually develops secondary to microbial infection of the root canal system. It may present with pain, tenderness, suppuration and swelling, and, in some cases, the infection may extend beyond the intr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajds/2026/v9i1358
Background: Oral health behavior and attitudes of pregnant women in Lao PDR are rarely examined, yet should be considered when designing preventative or therapeutic studies to reduce burden of oral diseases we aimed to understand dental care-seeking behavior, as well as oral heat...
Aim: this study was to identify an oral health status, utilization of dental services, and impacts of oral health on daily living among pregnant and non-pregnant women in Lao PDR. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted, among 150 pregnant and 150 non-pregnant women age 15...