Oral health needs assessment
Oxfordshire 2023
The oral health needs assessment conducted in Oxfordshire has shed light on the significance of oral health in individuals' overall well-being and the existing gaps in NHS dental care accessibility. The assessment emphasises the importance of preventive strategies, targeting vulnerable populations, and addressing key issues such as oral cancer and dental care in care homes.
Why Is Good Oral Health Important?
Essential to general health and wellbeing
Prevents unnecessary pain and suffering
Critical in keeping residents hydrated and nourished
Assists communication, confidence, self esteem and wellbeing
Increased risk of Dementia
Gum disease
Tooth decay & tooth loss
Bad breath
Stroke risk increased
Lung conditions
Mouth Cancer
Blood infections and Kidney issues
Heart disease
Diabetes
Arthritis and Inflammation
Poor oral health has links to many other health conditions and illnesses
Oral Health In Care homes
39% of care homes had never heard of the NICE guidelines
17% did not assesses residents oral health on admission
47% of care homes had not completed oral health training
Oral Health Needs Assessment Recommendations to Improve Oral Health In Care homes:
What can Community Dental Services offer you?
Oral Health Training
- A FREE 1.5 hr session held online or face to face
- CPD certified
- An in depth training session delivered by an Oral Health Improvement Practitioner, covering;
-Oral health assessments
-CQC requirements
-Oral health conditions and links to other health conditions and illnesses
-Tools for oral care and assisted brushing
-Palliative care
-Accessing a dentist
Life Long Smiles Accreditation!
Take in a step further and become Life Long Smiles accredited! (recognised by the CQC!)
Online Toolkits
- Basic training covering the key oral health messages; brushing, diet and dental visits
- Online so can be completed in a time that suits you
- Great options for new starters or to refresh knowledge
- Takes around 30 minutes to complete
- CPD certified and certificate issued
Click on the images below to access the toolkits
Tell us what subjects you would like covered in your training, and times and days that work best for your setting.
We want training to be tailored to your requirements!
Once completed, a member of the CDS team will be in touch.
@CommunityDentalServices
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