Dental Public Health Group

Dental problems are widespread, although their causes are known and effective methods of prevention are available. The DPH Group are interested in the theory, implementation and evaluation of oral health strategies which adddress the social determinants of oral health. Conventional preventive approaches have failed to tackle oral health inequalities. New approaches which aim to create a supportive environment for oral health need to be developed and evaluated.

areas of research include:

• the impact of the mouth on daily living

• development of quality of life socio-dental indicators

• socio-economic factors in oral health

• dental personnel planning.

The DPH Group, as part of the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health and the International Institute of Society and Health is able to draw on the expertise of researchers graduating in the fields of biology, economics, medicine, nursing, psychology, statistics and sociology. Strong relationships have also been forged with key bodies outside UCL and service providers at local, national and international levels including; The World Health Organisation, The UK Department of Health, The British Dental Association, The Faculty of General Dental Practitioners and The Dental Practice Board.

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