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01:19Restorative Care
Restorative care is provided once a patient has been discharged from a healthcare facility and requires additional services. The additional services include home care, rehabilitation programs, and extended care. Restorative care centers help the patient regain their previous level of functioning or acquire a new level of functioning due to the incapacitating effects of a disease or a disability. It aims to assist patients in enhancing their quality of life by encouraging independence,...
01:25Continuing Care
Continuing care describes the variety of health, personal, and social services provided over a prolonged period. The need for continuing care is increasing because people are living longer. Many people do not have families or others to care for them. Continuing care is mainly for patients who are disabled, functionally dependent, or suffering from a terminal disease. It is available within institutional settings or in homes. Examples include nursing centers or facilities, assisted living,...
01:18Healthcare Agencies I
Healthcare agencies provide healthcare services to people. In the United States, voluntary agencies are often non-profit centers sponsored by donations, grants, or fundraisers. One such organization is Meals on Wheels, which provides meals to the elderly and homebound. The American Heart Association and the American Lung Association are other non-profit community organizations. Doctors and nurses are frequently active members of these organizations, which offer health checks and educational...
01:17Healthcare Agencies II
There are various healthcare agencies in the United States—some of which are managed by religious institutions and others by different government branches.
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01:29Documentation in Long-Term and Home Healthcare Setting
Documentation in long-term care facilities and home healthcare settings is crucial for ensuring continuous, coordinated, and comprehensive care for patients. Each setting has its specific documentation processes and tools:
Long-Term Care Facilities
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01:21Tooth Anatomy
The human tooth enables us to eat a variety of foods, speak clearly, and even aid in shaping our faces. Teeth are composed of various elements that work together. Here's a detailed look at the anatomy of a human tooth.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.
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Published on: February 2, 2020
[Domiciliary assistance dental programs: a current demand].
J A Gil Montoya1, C Subirá Pifarré
1Facultad de Odontología, Universidad de Granada, Granada, Spain. jagil@ugr.es
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|October 30, 2004
Summary
Domiciliary dental care programs offer essential services for older adults but face significant challenges. High economic costs and treatment limitations require careful consideration for sustainable implementation.
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Area of Science:
- Geriatric Dentistry
- Public Health Dentistry
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Increasing demand for dental treatment among institutionalized and community-dwelling older adults necessitates effective domiciliary care programs.
- Older adults often face transportation barriers, making home-based dental care essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the delivery and economic feasibility of comprehensive oral health care for older adults residing at home or in geriatric centers.
- To assess the practical challenges and costs associated with providing dental care outside traditional clinical settings.
Main Methods:
- A domiciliary dental care program was implemented in a nursing home and for community-dwelling individuals receiving home care.
- A dentist and hygienist provided basic dental care using portable instruments over 10 and 5 months, respectively, serving 210 and 47 patients.
Main Results:
- The study identified significant economic costs: €25,000 in the nursing home and €16,700 for home care recipients.
- Limitations included restricted treatment scope due to the domiciliary setting and a low patient volume per day.
Conclusions:
- While domiciliary dental care programs offer advantages for older adults with transportation issues, their high economic costs and practical limitations must be addressed.
- Further attention and planning are required to overcome the financial and logistical hurdles in developing sustainable domiciliary dental care programs.