7 Questions
What is the primary focus of community health?
Preventing and promoting the health of the public
Which of the following is an example of primary prevention in dentistry?
Applying mouth guards for sports
What is the goal of secondary prevention in terms of dental health?
Reverse the progress of the disease
What is the purpose of community water fluoridation?
To treat incipient caries
Which preventive measure has both systemic and topical effects?
Fluoride for re-mineralization of incipient caries
What is the optimal fluoride level in drinking water for prevention?
0.7 ppm
In the context of community health, what does Tertiary Prevention involve?
Replacing lost tissues through rehabilitation
Explore the principles of community health which focus on protecting and promoting the health of the public through prevention strategies. Learn about the three types of prevention including primary prevention and promoting health within groups.
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