Oral health promotion evidence based Toolkit Flashcards
1
Q
What is the evidence based toolkit for prevention
A
Document that was created to support dental teams in delivering a more preventative approach
2
Q
Who was the toolkit commissioned by
A
The department of health
3
Q
What does the guide list
A
Advice + actions that should be provided for all patients to maintain good oral health
4
Q
What is section 1
A
- Summary guidance for primary care teams
- Caries prevention, oral cancer, alcohol
5
Q
What is section 2
A
- Principles of toothbrushing for oral health
- Manual vs electric toothbrush, toothbrushing routine
6
Q
What is section 3
A
- Increasing fluoride availability
- Mouthwash, toothpaste
7
Q
What is section 4
A
- Healthier eating advice
- Stephan curve, eatwell guide (diet)
8
Q
What is section 5
A
- Sugar free medicines
- Not containing fructose, glucose or sucrose
- People may be exposed to long-term use
9
Q
What is section 6
A
- Improving periodontal health
- Early detection is imperative
- Managing risk factors e.g. smoking, diabetes
10
Q
What is section 7
A
- Smoking and tobacco use
- Smoking is the biggest cause of death and illness in the UK
- Managing risk factors e.g. vaping, smokeless tobacco
11
Q
What is section 8
A
- Alcohol misuse and oral health
- Risk factor for oral health
- Alcohol use disorders identification test
12
Q
What is section 9
A
- Prevention of erosion
- Risk factors (sports drinks, fruit juices)
- Limiting quantity and frequency of intake
13
Q
What is section 10
A
- Helping patients to change their behaviour
- Make every contact count
- Improving patient care, treatment and outcomes
14
Q
What is the importance of the whole dental team giving consistent messages
A
- A lot of conflicting advice arises between practices
- Patients are less likely to take on advice if the messages are inconsistent
