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Association of Migration Status of Parents With Their Satisfaction With Oral Care Provision for Their Children in Australia—Insights From a National Study

Australian Dental Journal · Sudheer Babu Balla, Jyothi Tadakamadla, Diep H. Ha, Loc G. Do, Santosh Kumar Tadakamadla · 2026-05-27

Migrant parents, particularly those from non-English-speaking countries, reported lower satisfaction with their children's dental care compared to Australian-born parents, with language proficiency and income also influencing satisfaction levels.

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