Dental Utilization among Hispanic Adults in Agricultural Worker Families in California's Central Valley
Author: Finlayson, T.L.; Gansky, S.A.; Shain, S.G.; Weintraub, J.A.
Date Published: 2010
Oral health survey and clinical data were collected in 2006-2007 from families in Mendota, California (Fresno County) as part of a larger, populationbased study. Predisposing variables included sociodemographic characteristics, days worked in agriculture, self-rated health status, and dental beliefs. The final model included predisposing, enabling, and need factors. Despite low utilization and prevalent symptoms, having a regular source of care helps break this pattern and should be facilitated.
Date Published: 2010
Oral health survey and clinical data were collected in 2006-2007 from families in Mendota, California (Fresno County) as part of a larger, populationbased study. Predisposing variables included sociodemographic characteristics, days worked in agriculture, self-rated health status, and dental beliefs. The final model included predisposing, enabling, and need factors. Despite low utilization and prevalent symptoms, having a regular source of care helps break this pattern and should be facilitated.
