Guidance

Oral health: needs of vulnerable groups in Camden and Islington

An assessment of the oral health needs of vulnerable adult groups in Camden and Islington.

From:
Public Health England
Published
9 February 2015

Documents

An oral health needs assessment of vulnerable groups in Camden and Islington

Ref: PHE publications gateway number: 2014701

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Details

This report describes the oral health needs of 5 vulnerable groups in Camden and Islington, namely:

  • older adults
  • adults with learning disabilities
  • adults with serious mental illness
  • adults with drugs and alcohol abuse issues
  • homeless people

This needs assessment identifies the specific oral health needs and service provision for these groups. It is intended to inform decisions about the commissioning of dental services for these groups of vulnerable adults.

Published 9 February 2015