Psychological and behavioral acculturation in a social network of Mexican Americans in the United States and use of dental services

ConclusionsThis study contextualizes acculturation of Mexican Americans within the personal networks in which oral health discussion takes place. The findings underscore the critical importance of acculturation and social network factors in shaping a subgroup of Latinos’ orientation toward dental care.

Source: Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology - July 31, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: G. Maupome, W. R. McConnell, B. L. Perry, R. Marino, E. R. Wright Tags: Original Article Source Type: research