Public preferences for preventative dental care: a discrete choice experiment in China.

Chinese adults showed strong preferences for preventative dental care delivered at tertiary hospitals over private clinics, with six service attributes—including provider attitude, effectiveness, and cost—significantly shaping their choices. The study identified three distinct preference groups, suggesting targeted program design could improve uptake of preventative services.

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