Race and Ethnicity

Question 1

Define race and racism?

Answer 1

Race = characterise groups due to genetic homogeneity. Constructed on hair and skin colour e.c.t - biological theories used to establish a relationship between physical characteristics, genetic differences constructed on phenotypes such as bone structure or hair colour

Racism = certain characteristics are valued over others and this + power leads to racism. The power influences society. - deterministically associated inherent biological characteristics with negatively evaluated features or actions

Question 2

Who is periodontal disease more common in?

Answer 2

Periodontal disease =
South Asians groups have better oral health than the rest of the population.
British Asian children were found to have higher levels of calculus and poorer oral hygiene
Black Caribbean teens have higher calculus levels than white children.
Asian adults have more gingivitis than white and black adults.

Question 3

Which ethnic groups are more likely to have oral cancer?

Answer 3

Evidence suggests that some oral cancer locations are more likely in black and minority ethnic groups.

Nasopharyngeal cancer is suggested at a higher incidence in Chinese people.

South Asian people are more likely to be diagnosed from cancer than other groups

Question 4

Why are ethnic minorities less likely to attend the dentist?

Answer 4

Language issues
Mistrust to dentist 
Organisation issues (large families trying to make appointments)
Cost
Anxiety
Cultural misunderstandings 
Concerns about standards of hygiene