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We examined the impact of oral health status on various types of work problems. This cross-sectional study used data from an internet-based self-report questionnaire survey administered to workers in Japan.
Responses to the questionnaire regarding seven types of oral health-related work problems 1. Stress; 2. Lack of focus; 3. Lack of sleep; 4. Lack of energy; 5. Lack of communication due to halitosis; 6. Lack of communication due to appearance; 7. Lack of ability due to dental-related pain were investigated and statistically analyzed. Explanatory variables were self-reported oral health status, number of teeth, and gum bleeding.
Age, sex, educational attainment, income, the presence of diabetes, and industrial classifications were used as the covariates. A total of 3, workers mean age: Overall, a total of 6. Workers with poor self-reported oral health were 3. Oral health was found to be associated with various work problems. Oral health promotion policies are needed in the workplace. Oral health lead to serious health problems and have a negative impact on oral health-related quality of life.
