Delivering better oral health

Delivering better oral health: An evidence-based toolkit for prevention was recently published by the UK Department of Health and the British Association for the Study of Community Dentistry.

This 57 page resource is offered as guidance to all members of the dental team on evidence based prevention. Section headings below indicate the range of topics and issues addressed:

1. Summary Guidance for Primary Care Dental Teams

2. Principles of toothbrushing for oral health

3. Increasing fluoride availability

4. Healthy eating advice

5. Identifying sugar-free medicines

6. Improving periodontal health

7. Stop smoking guidance

8. Accessing alcohol misuse support

9. Prevention of erosion

10. Supporting references