Long working hours and dental caries: A 12-year longitudinal study of 1.1 million workers.
Workers averaging over 52 hours weekly showed a modest increased risk of dental caries over 12 years, with stronger associations observed among women and highly educated workers. The finding suggests occupational work duration may warrant consideration in workplace health initiatives.
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