Utilization of oral health care services and perceived barriers among adults residing in Jiri, Nepal: a cross-sectional study

The findings of this study showed low dental care utilization status by the adult residents of Jiri which was associated with age and employment status. High cost of dental treatment, lack of awareness and accessibility were the major perceived barriers. Utilization of dental services can be increased by tackling concerns about the affordability of oral health care, adequate accessibility of public dental facility, and oral health education and promotion at community level.