Manual de intervenção educativa de saúde bucal na atenção primária à saúde

Abstract

The publication of the "MANUAL OF EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTION ON ORAL HEALTH IN PRIMARY HEALTH CARE-SUS" is based on the need to promote healthy oral care habits in the population, especially those living in greater biopsychosocial vulnerability. The importance of oral health transcends aesthetic issues, directly reflecting on general well-being and the prevention of various health conditions. It is very important to highlight that oral diseases, especially tooth decay and periodontal diseases (those involving the gums and bones), are a true public health problem, affecting different age groups and directly compromising the population's quality of life. Therefore, preventing these conditions is essential for promoting health through self-care.