Dentistry

Smith M

Publications

• Research Article
  Embracing Change In Dental Practice To Deliver Better Health Outcomes- A Type 2 Diabetes Screening and Oral Health Pilot Program
  Author(s): Rogers MJ, Pawlak JA, Law S, Carroll L, Sharp S, Dunning T and Smith MRogers MJ, Pawlak JA, Law S, Carroll L, Sharp S, Dunning T and Smith M
  
  Disadvantaged communities carry the highest burden of disease with respect to oral and general health. Diabetes is a growing chronic-condition in Australia with those living in regional or lower socio-economic areas at a higher risk of developing diabetes and experiencing the associated complications. Oral and periodontal disease has been linked to diabetes. Within the community dental clinic we aimed to determine the feasibility of screening for diabetes and reduce the burden of both diseases. All patients presenting to the community dental clinic of the Colac Area Health Service were given the opportunity to participate in a Diabetes screening assessment. Adults who consented completed the Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment (AUSDRISK) with those at high risk offered an HbA1c blood test. Six hundred and seventy patients were invited to participate. Seventy-five reported confi.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2161-1122.1000454

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