POCHE IMPACT OF DENTAL DISEASE ON A SAMPLE OF ABORIGINAL ADULTS LIVING IN THE CENTRAL COAST REGION OF NSW

Population Oral Health Professor Anthony Blinkhorn

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Provide emergency care

Ongoing care

Advice on controlling dental disease

Smoking cessation advice and referral

Free samples of brushes and toothpaste

The Service

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Aching painful mouth 76%

Self conscious 61%

Embarrassed by smile 60%

Could not eat properly 64%

Impacts

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To be free of pain

Could eat properly

Had dental problems fixed

Women liked Aboriginal only focus

Treatment free at no cost

Value of Clinic

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Partnerships can work and offering care in a culturally appropriate environment can

be successful in terms of offering treatment and advice.

Conclusion