Better oral health in residential care (staff education and training)

This oral health care planning guideline provides information on a standard protective care regimen, additional oral care treatment, oral care and changed behaviour and palliative care considerations. An Oral Health Care Plan guide is included.

Government of South Australia. (2008). Better oral health care in residential: Oral health care planning guidelines. 

Source: Government of South Australia © 2012 SA Health

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