Cultural Themes Related to Oral Health Practices, Beliefs, and Experiences in Nigeria: A Scoping Review

Cultural Themes Related to Oral Health Practices, Beliefs, and Experiences in Nigeria: A Scoping Review

The objective of this scoping review was to map out the cultural themes related to oral health practices, beliefs, and experiences in Nigeria; explore mythologies about oral health in Nigeria; identify the perceived cultural significance of oral health within the Nigerian communities; and determine...

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Main Authors:	Taofeek Kolawole Aliyu, Olusegun Stephen Titus, Oluwabunmi Tope Bernard, Omolola Titilayo Alade, Adebola Oluyemisi Ehizele, Moréniké Oluwátóyìn Foláyan
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-04-01
Series:	Oral
Subjects:	health behaviour self-medication health literacy health promotion community participation folklore
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2673-6373/5/2/23
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