简介：
Overview
This protocol provides a comprehensive oral health screening that enables non-dental professionals to assess oral health status for research or health-screening purposes. It includes the assessment of various aspects such as lips, tongue, soft and hard tissues, natural and artificial teeth, oral cleanliness, plaque, swallowing, and the impact of oral health on quality of life.
Key Study Components
Area of Science
- Oral health assessment
- Systemic disease correlation
- Health screening methodologies
Background
- Oral health influences many systemic diseases, including type two diabetes, heart disease, and arthritis.
- Tracking oral health changes over time informs health providers of oral and systemic disease risks.
- Non-oral health professionals can perform this oral screening.
- Measures include both observer and patient perceptions.
Purpose of Study
- To enable non-dental professionals to assess oral health effectively.
- To provide a standardized method for oral health screening.
- To highlight the importance of oral health in overall health.
Methods Used
- Comprehensive oral health screening protocol.
- Assessment of various oral health aspects.
- Involvement of both observer and patient measures.
- Practical demonstrations to enhance comfort in performing screenings.
Main Results
- Identification of oral disease risks.
- Insights into the management of oral health.
- Improved understanding of the relationship between oral and systemic health.
- Enhanced ability for non-professionals to conduct screenings.
Conclusions
- Oral health screenings are vital for early detection of diseases.
- Non-dental professionals can effectively assess oral health.
- Regular tracking of oral health can inform better health outcomes.
What is the purpose of this oral health screening protocol?
The protocol aims to enable non-dental professionals to assess oral health for research or health-screening purposes.
Who can perform the oral health screening?
Non-dental professionals can perform this oral health screening.
What aspects of oral health are assessed?
Aspects include lips, tongue, soft and hard tissues, teeth, oral cleanliness, plaque, and swallowing.
How does oral health impact systemic diseases?
Oral health influences many systemic diseases, including type two diabetes, heart disease, and arthritis.
What should I do to prepare for performing the screening?
Practice the screening on friends and family until you feel comfortable.
Who demonstrates the procedure in the protocol?
Dr. June Sadowsky demonstrates the procedure with Jordyn Stanek, a research technician.
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