Routine dental care programs in long term care: a review of the clinical effectiveness and guidelines
CADTH
Record ID 32012000690
English
Authors' recommendations:
Six reports were included in this review. There was suggestive evidence that professional dental care may improve the nutritional status, quality of life, and the general oral health of elder LTC residents. As well, one controlled trial suggested that routine dental care may be effective in preventing respiratory infections in elderly persons in LTC. Evidence-based clinical guidelines provided recommendations for a mixed oral care in collaboration between the nursing home staff and dental professionals.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2012
URL for published report:
http://www.cadth.ca/media/pdf/htis/june-2012/RC0364%20Routine%20dental%20visit%20Final.pdf
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
Canada
MeSH Terms
- Humans
- Long-Term Care
- Dental Care for Aged
Contact
Organisation Name:
Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health
Contact Address:
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Contact Name:
requests@cadth.ca
Contact Email:
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Copyright:
Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH)
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