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Addressing Excess Fluoride in East African Groundwater
Starting on:
Jul 31, 2023
Ending on:
Aug 1, 2023
Moderator(s):
Dr. Timothy Theuri
Dental Surgeon, President, Kenya Dental Association(KDA)
Venue:
Social House Hotel
Max Credits:
10 Points

Provider:
Kenya Dental Association
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Addressing Excess Fluoride in East African Groundwater

Starting on:
Jul 31, 2023
Ending on:
Aug 1, 2023
Venue:
Social House Hotel

Description

Oral health is a basic right and is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Approximately 3.5 billion people worldwide are affected by the main oral diseases and conditions, and with an estimated global prevalence of 45%, oral diseases are the most prevalent of all noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Many national health systems cannot meet population needs for people-centred oral health care across the life course. Also, essential oral health care is not integrated into primary care and is not part of universal health coverage benefits. Consequently, millions of people lack access to essential oral health care, and a high proportion of those who access care pay out-of-pocket.

Objectives

The World Health Organization Oral Health Action Plan Global Target 2.2 calls for Optimal fluoride for population oral health. Furthermore, Action 27 calls for Optimal use of fluorides for oral health: Develop or update national guidance related to optimal fluorides for population oral health. Depending on the country context and feasibility, consider adjusting water fluoride to safe, optimal levels for protection against dental caries, which may require adding or removing fluoride from drinking water as recommended by national and international guidance.

Presenters

  1. Dr. Douglas Oramis
    Secretary General, Kenya Dental Association

  2. Dr. Timothy Theuri
    President, Kenya Dental Association

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