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Preventive Dental Care Programs for Children: Parental perceptions and participation barriers

Kim Attanasi, Vasilieos Margaritis and Scott McDoniel
American Dental Hygienists' Association October 2020, 94 (5) 38-43;
Kim Attanasi
PhD, MS, RDH
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Vasilieos Margaritis
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Scott McDoniel
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