Childsmile

Question 1

health principles incorporated into childsmile

Answer 1

evidence based
common risk factor approach
multi agency
community engagement
proportionate universalism
upstream/midstream/downstream

Question 2

what is childsmile

Answer 2

national child oral health programme in scotland
2011

Question 3

childsmile aims

Answer 3

improve oral health of children
reduce inequalities both in dental health and access to dental services

Question 4

childsmile upstream policies

Answer 4

OH improvement advice
- demonstrate and observe hands on brushing instructions
- tailored advice on diet and nutrition
- action plan

fluoride varnish [2-5]
- 2x year, additional 2x in nursery/school

Question 5

childsmile midstream policies

Answer 5

supervised toothbrushing, FV, nutrition
advice from health visitor, referral do DH support worker
advice in home
community engagement

Question 6

childsmile downstream policies

Answer 6

dental examinations
child friendly practices
orientation/familiarisation visits
FV, toothbrushing, diety advice