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[Evaluation of a prevention and prophylaxis program for the handicapped].
F Santoro1, C Maiorana, A Galletta
1Università degli Studi di Milano.
Prevenzione & Assistenza Dentale
|March 1, 1991
Summary
Implementing a comprehensive oral hygiene program significantly improves dental health for individuals with physical and psychological handicaps, highlighting the crucial role of family and institutional support in prevention.
Area of Science:
- Oral Health
- Public Health
- Disability Studies
Context:
- Growing recognition of oral health's importance for individuals with physical and psychological handicaps.
- Need for tailored oral hygiene strategies for vulnerable populations.
- Multidisciplinary approach involving families, educators, and healthcare professionals is essential.
Purpose:
- To develop and evaluate an oral hygiene program for subjects with physical and psychological handicaps.
- To assess the efficacy of the implemented oral hygiene interventions.
- To emphasize the role of social support systems in preventive oral care.
Summary:
- A study examined 53 subjects with various pathologies undergoing basic oral hygiene procedures.
- The program focused on preventing dental and periodontal diseases through active participation of families and staff.
- Oral hygiene was periodically assessed using the Debris Index (DI), Calculus Index (CI), and Oral Hygiene Index (OHI).
Impact:
- Results were encouraging, demonstrating the effectiveness of the oral hygiene program.
- Highlighted the critical importance of family and institutional support for successful primary prevention in this population.
- Suggests a model for improving oral health outcomes in individuals with disabilities.