Multilevel Modeling for Causal Inference in Oral Health Research

Researchers reviewed how multilevel modeling can strengthen causal inference in oral health studies by accounting for the hierarchical structure of dental data (teeth within individuals within communities). The approach improves precision and reduces bias, though challenges remain including unmeasured confounding and establishing temporality.

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