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Oral health week

J Desmond1, M C Downer, D R Moles

  • 1Eastman Dental Institute, London.

British Dental Journal
|November 23, 1996
PubMed
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This study highlights an initiative focused on elderly oral health during Oral Health Week. It provides conclusions for improving future geriatric dental care projects.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Dentistry
  • Public Health Initiatives
  • Community Oral Health

Background:

  • Oral Health Week in December 1994 aimed to address the oral health needs of the elderly.
  • The British Dental Association (BDA) organized this initiative.
  • Collaboration involved dentists and volunteers from Age Concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the aims and outcomes of the Oral Health Week initiative for the elderly.
  • To identify key findings from the project.
  • To offer recommendations for enhancing future similar projects.

Main Methods:

  • A collaborative project involving dentists and Age Concern volunteers.
  • Focus on assessing the oral health of the elderly population.
  • Review of the initiative's objectives and observed results.

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Main Results:

  • The initiative provided a platform for dental professionals and volunteers to engage with elderly oral health.
  • Data was collected and analyzed regarding the project's effectiveness.
  • Specific outcomes related to improved oral health practices or awareness were observed.

Conclusions:

  • The project yielded valuable insights into the oral health challenges faced by the elderly.
  • Recommendations were formulated for optimizing the planning and execution of future community-based dental health programs.
  • The importance of intergenerational collaboration in promoting senior oral hygiene was emphasized.