Publications by authors named "Celine Mascre"
Use of free preventive dental programme for children: 10 years of Lov'U'r Teeth, France.
J Paediatr Child Health
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- Lov'U'r Teeth is a French dental health program aimed at children aged 6 to 15, offering free preventive dental care and individual advice, but it was previously under-utilized.
- A study analyzing data from over 26,000 children found that participation increased by 4.2 percentage points from 2009 to 2019, with the highest participation at age 6 and significant barriers for children from low-income households.
- Despite some improvement, the program still reflects social inequalities, as poorer children are less likely to participate, indicating a need for better outreach and communication about the program's benefits.