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- Title
Sustainable Oral Health Care: A Student's Perspective.
- Authors
Khanna, Kavita
- Abstract
This article, titled "Sustainable Oral Health Care: A Student's Perspective," discusses the need for sustainability in dental practices and the importance of incorporating sustainable practices into dental school curricula. The author, a dental student, highlights the environmental impact of dental practices, particularly in terms of waste and emissions. They emphasize the need to address these concerns and advocate for sustainable alternatives, such as reducing single-use plastics and integrating biodegradable and recyclable materials. The article also mentions the potential for "greenwashing" by companies and the importance of remaining vigilant. The author concludes by expressing their commitment to advocating for sustainable dentistry practices and working towards a more environmentally conscious future for the profession.
- Subjects
STUDENT attitudes; MEDICAL care; ORAL health; DENTAL students; SINGLE-use plastics; DENTAL schools; INTERPROFESSIONAL education; DENTISTS
- Publication
Ontario Dentist, 2024, Vol 99, Issue 2, p38
- ISSN
0300-5275
- Publication type
Article