A Focus on the Oral Health of the African Child Immigrant in Canada: A Nursing Perspective.

Interviews with African immigrant parents in Saskatchewan revealed that their children's oral health practices sometimes improved after settling in Canada, yet accessing dental care remained limited due to cost concerns, lack of awareness about available programs, and uncertainty about dental needs. Parents called for better oral health education and support navigating healthcare systems.

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