This study aimed to assess the impact of on oral health in oncological patients. A Prevention Dental Hygiene Project was conducted in the Day-Hospital Oncology Unit. Fourteen patients who satisfied the inclusion criteria at their first visit were enrolled voluntarily. Their oral health conditions were evaluated using the Bleeding on probing (BoP), Visible Plaque Index (VPI) at the initial stage (T0), one month (T1), and two months after (T2) The results showed an improvement in inflammatory and plaque indices in patients who attended all visits and followed the instructions provided. In conclusion, the dental project implemented on frail patients highlights the significance of preventive measures and the value of multidisciplinary collaboration in the field of medicine.
Prevention dental hygiene program in oncology patients
Pardo, A.;Zangani, A.;Messina, E.;Zambotti, T.;Beccherle, M.;Menini, E.;Signoriello, A.;Faccioni, P.;Albanese, M.;Lombardo, G.;Zerman, N.
2024-01-01
Abstract
This study aimed to assess the impact of on oral health in oncological patients. A Prevention Dental Hygiene Project was conducted in the Day-Hospital Oncology Unit. Fourteen patients who satisfied the inclusion criteria at their first visit were enrolled voluntarily. Their oral health conditions were evaluated using the Bleeding on probing (BoP), Visible Plaque Index (VPI) at the initial stage (T0), one month (T1), and two months after (T2) The results showed an improvement in inflammatory and plaque indices in patients who attended all visits and followed the instructions provided. In conclusion, the dental project implemented on frail patients highlights the significance of preventive measures and the value of multidisciplinary collaboration in the field of medicine.
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