International Journal of Health Policy and Management

International Journal of Health Policy and Management

A Causal Layered Analysis of Oral Health Disparities and Policy Strategies for Vulnerable Iranian Populations

Document Type : Viewpoint

Authors
Shervan Shoaee 1, 2
Afshin Sarafinejad 3, 4
1 Elderly Health Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
2 Kerman Oral and Dental Diseases Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
3 Medical Informatics Research Center, Institute for Futures Studies in Health, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
4 Clinical Informatics Research and Development Lab, Clinical Research Development Unit, Shafa Hospital, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
10.34172/ijhpm.9245
Keywords
Geriatric Dentistry
Persons With Disabilities
Telemedicine
Healthcare Disparities
Health Policy

Introduction

 

Oral health extends beyond healthy teeth, playing a critical role in overall well-being and quality of life. Poor oral health is strongly associated with general health, education, and productivity, highlighting the urgent need for global action to improve oral health as part of the Sustainable Development Goals.  ... (Read more...)

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International Journal of Health Policy and Management
Volume 14, Issue 1
2025
Pages 1-5

  • Received Date 27 May 2025
  • Revised Date 18 September 2025
  • Accepted Date 06 October 2025
  • First Published Date 18 October 2025
  • Published Date 01 December 2025