Deciduous Teeth Extraction Practice and Associated Factors Among Under Five‐Years‐Old Children in the Gambella Region, South West, Ethiopia: A Mixed Study
Deciduous teeth extraction practice in the Gambella region poses a significant public health concern. Lack of awareness regarding the consequences and scientific solutions for teething symptoms, mothers' attitudes, illness perceptions during teething, and community traditions were identified factors. Hence, comprehensive awareness campaigns involving all stakeholders should be emphasized. Health care providers should play a crucial role to educate both mothers and traditional healers.
Authors
- Zemenu Shiferaw Yadita (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8711-3555)
- Gizachew Worku Dagnew (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2043-3041)
- Takele Shilu Demewoz
Institutions
- Amhara Regional Health Bureau (ET)
- Bahir Dar University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Health Science Reports
- Published
- 2024-12-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.70266
- Primary Topic
- Pediatric health and respiratory diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Bahir Dar University