An Oral Health Therapist is a registered dental professional who specialises in promoting oral health and providing preventive care, including routine dental check-ups, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments, and sealants. They are trained to treat both children and adults, focusing on preventing and managing oral diseases such as tooth decay and gum disease. Oral health therapists also educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and healthy lifestyle choices to maintain good oral health. They work closely with dentists and other dental professionals to deliver comprehensive care tailored to individual needs.
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Tackling Oral Healthcare Inequities
As part of Global Public Health Week 2024, a #CroakeyLIVE webinar supported by the Public Health Association of Australia, Deakin Health Economics, and Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research will examine the potential for including oral healthcare in Medicare. The event will feature discussions on successful and unsuccessful practices, offering a solutions-focused approach to addressing oral healthcare inequities. Esteemed speakers from various health sectors will contribute their expertise to this important dialogue.
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