Nova Scotia oral health review

Based upon a review of the literature, stakeholder interviews and a feedback session, this document will examine the oral health care system in Canada, dental public health capacity, the relationship between oral health and general health, the rationale and mandate for the creation of a position for a Dental Consultant, the responsibilities and competencies required of this position, and placement [...] Undoubtedly, he or she would want to maintain strongly connected to the Department of Health and the Department of Community Services as they deliver the programs pertaining to the provision of oral care services to the public. [...] The Department of Health Promotion and Protection formed from three branches: The Office of Health Promotion, the Public Health Division of the Department of Health and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health. [...] The inspiration behind the development of the new department was to build a stronger and more effective and efficient public health system that would contribute to the health and well-being of all Nova Scotians. [...] The Office of the Chief Dental Officer for Health Canada was asked to produce a document that would review the oral health care system in Canada, dental public health capacity, the relationship between oral health and general health, the rationale and mandate for the provincial.