The effectiveness of oral health promotion Flashcards
1
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What are the key findings of the major OHP reviews
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- Educating patients about their oral health has limited effect/outcome
- Health promotion alone doesn’t produce long-term behavioural changes
- School-based toothbrushing campaigns are ineffective
2
Q
What are the key findings in reviews on fluoride
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- Water fluoridation is effective in preventing caries
- Fluoride toothpaste is effective in preventing caries
- Fluoride supplements used in schools have not been shown to be effective
3
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What are the strengths of the OHP reviews
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- They review a large number of studies
- They use standardised and scientific methodologies
4
Q
What are the weaknesses of the OHP reviews
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- Studies were poorly designed
- Selection bias
- Some reviews were subject to political and funding issues
5
Q
How do different approaches to health promotion have varied effectiveness
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- Effective approaches use all 5 Ottawa Charter strategies
- Affected people need to be involved in desicion-making processes of programmes
6
Q
What should OHP aim to do
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- Reduce sugar intake
- Provide fluoride to the mouth
- Promote effective oral hygiene
- Reduce smoking and drinking
7
Q
What’s a model of good practice in oral health promotion
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- Adopt a common risk factor approach
- Use understandable language
- Plan thoroughly
- Integrate oral health into general health promotion
