1. Service Learning Project at Buena Vida Rehabilitation & Nursing Center Denture Care Education: A Simple Guide to Care
This presentation was given at the Buena Vida Rehabilitation & Nursing Center to elderly people who wore dentures about denture maintenance. We demonstrated the OHI to elderly people using a dental model. We also taught them how to care for their dentures in order to avoid further oral diseases associated with oral appliances, such as denture stomatitis and candidiasis, and provided samples for them to practice on their own.
2. 2023 Head Start Outreach Activity at Neptune Center
This community service was performed at Neptune Center with a group of children aged 5 and up. Our goal was to draw their attention to the importance of daily home care, such as brushing and flossing. Before OHI education, my group members and I played a carton video called “Geena the Giraffe.” Following that, we demonstrated how to properly brush their teeth on the toys with teeth and had them complete hands-on practice.
3. 2023 Head Start Outreach Activity at 3017 Glenwood Center
This outreach activity was carried out at the 3017 Glenwood Center for 5-6 years old children. We provided OHI education as well as a 5% sodium fluoride varnish treatment. Before the assessment, we performed brushing method education. We exanimated their teeth and recorded the cavities during the assessment procedure. Following the screening, referrals were given. We applied 5% sodium fluoride varnish as primary prevention.
