Download or read book The Effectiveness of Community Milk Fluoridation Schemes in England written by Geraldine R. K. Foster and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aim: To investigate the effectiveness of and views on school milk fluoridation schemes in England. Method: The impact of process variables on the effectiveness of milk fluoridation (MF) schemes, in terms of caries reduction, was investigated using a modelling approach. Water fluoridation was used as a surrogate for a notional, ideal MF scheme in which no process variables operate to reduce effectiveness. A predictive tool was developed to estimate the potential caries reduction of water fluoridation and then used to estimate caries reduction for a typical MF scheme with process variables. Data on process variables in MF schemes, which included parental consent, loss of children from the scheme, absence rate, number of days milk was consumed and the daily volume children drank, were collected and sensitivity analysis used to model the caries reduction compared with an ideal MF scheme and with water fluoridation. The effect of socio-economic status on some process variables was also investigated. The reasons why process variables impede the effectiveness of MF schemes and how best to reduce these effects were also investigated, by examining the perceptions and views of those involved in MF schemes on the barriers and potential solutions to optimizing these variables. Seventy two participants were interviewed using focus groups and one to one interviews. Thematic content analysis was used to analyze themes arising from interviews with health professionals. These themes were used to draft the preliminary topic guide for interviews with school participants. Analysis of the interview transcripts in the school setting was based on the grounded theory approach. Results and key findings: Process variables reduce the effectiveness of school MF schemes to 24% of an ideal MF scheme by the time children are 7 years old, and to 12% by the age of 11 years. The modelled relative improvement in caries experience in a typical MF scheme was 2.0% (0.48% absolute improvement in caries free) in the permanent dentition at age 11 years. Some potential solutions to optimizing process variables in MF schemes were identified. The emerging theory was the need for engagement with the MF scheme in schools for optimizing process variables using a whole school approach. However, there are significant barriers to optimal performance, not easily amenable to change. Conclusions: Modelling suggests that under the present implementation arrangements, there is significant cause for concern about the effectiveness of MF schemes. Engagement in MF schemes using a whole school approach is a potential solution for optimizing performance. However barriers outside the influence of schools and peTs may mean that MF schemes are seriously flawed as a public health intervention delivered in schools. A health economic evaluation is needed to compare MF schemes with alternative caries prevention interventions in the school setting before a large amount of resources is put into trying to address these issues.
Download or read book Development of a Milk Fluoridation Scheme for Prevention of Dental Caries written by and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book One in a Million written by Public Health Alliance and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Guidelines for the Delivery of School Based Milk Fluoridation Schemes in the UK written by Kate Milsom and published by . This book was released on 1999* with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Salt Fluoridation written by and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 1986 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: This publication discusses salt flouridation as a means of preventing dental caries. The state of dental health in the Americas is reviewed and the results of two conferences on salt flouridation are examined. Topics include: salt flouridation in various countries; epidemiologic nutritional, and metabolic aspects of salt flouridation; sociopolitical, economic, and educational aspects of salt flouridation; and monitoring, supervision, and safety of salt flouridation.
Download or read book Milk Fluoridation for the Prevention of Dental Caries written by Jolán Bánóczy and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of this publication is to offer help to public health planners and administrators at community or national levels in establishing a sound basis, supported by scientific evidence, for the planning, implementation and extension of milk fluoridation projects for the prevention of dental caries. Finally, the edition provides basic guidelines for evaluation of milk fluoridation schemes.
Download or read book Dental Public Health at a Glance written by Ivor G. Chestnutt and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-01-07 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dental Public Health at a Glance presents a richly-illustrated introduction to dental and oral health issues in communities and populations. Each topic is presented in an easy-to-comprehend two-page spread with essential facts clearly summarized and accompanied by tables, illustrations and diagrams Comprehensive coverage of wide range of key concepts including: evidence-based dentistry, oral health promotion, the relationship of fluoride, diet, smoking, and alcohol to oral health, and considerations for a dental public health career Written by an expert in dental public health and offering illuminating insights into oral health at the population level A must-have introductory textbook and revision guide for dentistry and dental hygiene and therapy students
Download or read book Human Nutrition written by Prof Catherine (Professor Emerita of Human Nutrition Geissler, King's College London UK and Secretary General of the International Union of Nutritional Sciences) and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2023-08-31 with total page 805 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most complete review of human nutrition, ideal for those looking for a deeper grounding in the subject before pursuing a career in the discipline.
Download or read book Textbook of Preventive and Community Dentistry written by Hiremath and published by Elsevier India. This book was released on 2006 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Systematic Review of Public Water Fluoridation written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of this systematic review has been to assess the evidence on the positive and negative effects of population wide drinking water fluoridation strategies to prevent caries. 214 studies met full inclusion criteria for one or more of the objectives. The best available evidence suggests that fluoridation of drinking water supplies does reduce caries prevalence. This review presents a summary of the best available and most reliable evidence on the safety and efficacy of water fluoridation. Given the level of interest surrounding the issue of public water fluoridation, it is surprising to find that little high quality research has been undertaken. As such, this review should provide both researchers and commissioners of research with an overview of the methodological limitations of previous search conducted in this area. The evidence of a benefit of a reduction in caries should be considered together with the increased prevalence of dental fluorosis. The research evidence is of insufficient quality to allow confident statements about other potential harms or whether there is an impact on social inequalities.
Download or read book Human Nutrition E Book written by Catherine Geissler and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-10-04 with total page 791 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title is now available under ISBN 9780702044632. This 12th edition of Human Nutrition has been fully updated by a renowned team of international experts to ensure to ensure authoritative content and a global perspective. It provides a comprehensive resource for all those in the field of nutrition and other health sciences. Comprehensive coverage of nutrition in one, concise volume with additional material and interactive exercises on website. A similar logical chapter structure throughout and textbook features in each chapter - learning objectives, key point summaries and text boxes - facilitate learning and revision. Incorporates latest research, for example on organic foods and sustainable agriculture. Team of contributors of international repute from 11 countries guarantees authoritative text. New chapter on dietary reference values N New section on electrolytes and water balance Expanded section on HIV Website: updating between editions online-only chapters on food commodities, e.g. cereals, vegetables and fruit, meat, fish, egg, milk and milk products online examples of calculations and interactive exercises.
Download or read book Oxford Textbook of Global Public Health written by Roger Detels and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 1717 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sixth edition of the hugely successful, internationally recognised textbook on global public health and epidemiology, with 3 volumes comprehensively covering the scope, methods, and practice of the discipline
Download or read book Fluoridation Facts written by American Dental Association and published by American Dental Association. This book was released on 2018-03-05 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All-in-one resource in for everything related to fluoridated water, from its impact on dental health to its safety and cost-effectiveness. Dispelling common myths that fluoridation is dangerous, this book provides science-backed information based on the most current research in Q&A format. This is the most in-depth and up-to-date educational resource available regarding fluoridated water, from the American Dental Association.
Download or read book Food Constituents and Oral Health written by M. Wilson and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2009-04-29 with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Oral diseases can have a significant impact on self esteem and quality of life, are widespread and may be expensive to treat. New methods to reduce their incidence are therefore needed and the protective effect of food constituents is an important area of study. This essential collection reviews the latest research into the effects of food constituents on diseases and conditions of the mouth. Part one introduces oral conditions and diseases, with chapters on topics such as diseases caused by oral bacteria, viral and fungal infections of the oral cavity and dental erosion. Part two focuses on the effects of specific foods and food components, including sugar alcohols, casein phosphopeptides and antioxidants. The final part of the book covers the technology and development of foods and supplements for oral health and oral healthcare products containing food-derived bioactives. With its distinguished editor and international team of contributors, Food constituents and oral health is an indispensable reference for dentists, professionals in the oral health product, dietary supplement and functional foods industries and academics with an interest in oral health or functional foods. Essential collection reviews the latest research into the food constituents on diseases and conditions of the mouth Examines oral conditions and diseases with specific chapters assessing bacterial, viral and fungal infections Reviews the effects of specific foods and food components including sugar alcohols and antioxidants
Download or read book Dental Update written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 952 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fluoride in Drinking Water written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2007-01-22 with total page 531 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most people associate fluoride with the practice of intentionally adding fluoride to public drinking water supplies for the prevention of tooth decay. However, fluoride can also enter public water systems from natural sources, including runoff from the weathering of fluoride-containing rocks and soils and leaching from soil into groundwater. Fluoride pollution from various industrial emissions can also contaminate water supplies. In a few areas of the United States fluoride concentrations in water are much higher than normal, mostly from natural sources. Fluoride is one of the drinking water contaminants regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) because it can occur at these toxic levels. In 1986, the EPA established a maximum allowable concentration for fluoride in drinking water of 4 milligrams per liter, a guideline designed to prevent the public from being exposed to harmful levels of fluoride. Fluoride in Drinking Water reviews research on various health effects from exposure to fluoride, including studies conducted in the last 10 years.
Download or read book Oral Health in America written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: