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http://dx.doi.org/10.12811/kshsm.2017.11.4.157

Effect of Dentures Wearers' Denture Satisfaction and Behavioral Characteristics on their Happiness  

Park, So-Young (Department of Dental Hygiene, Wonkwang Health Science University)
Shim, Youn-Soo (Department of Dental Hygiene, Division of Health Sciences Sunmoon University)
An, So-Youn (Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Wonkwang University, Wonkwang Bone Regeneration Research Institute)
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The Korean Journal of Health Service Management / v.11, no.4, 2017 , pp. 157-168 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objectives : The purpose of the study was to provide basic data for the improvement of their happiness through the use of effective denture-related services and restoration of healthy oral function. Methods : The subjects of the study were 452 denture wearers using the elderly welfare facilities in Seoul. Results : The main variables influencing the happiness of the denture wearers were living with the family, subjective health, oral health status, duration of denture use, and regular oral examinations. Living with one's family had the greatest influence on the happiness of the denture wearers. Conclusions : This study discusses the effect of satisfaction and behavior factors on effective denture use with reference to the happiness of denture wearers. This information will help improve denture management programs.
Keywords
Denture Behavior; Denture Satisfaction; Denture Wearers; Happiness;
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