DCP & ORAL HEALTH CHAMPIONS PRODUCTS

Intraoral Cameras

Clear photographs help carers, residents and dental professionals see changes in the mouth and share information during remote assessments.

USB cameras connected to a tablet or laptop can be easier to set up than Wi-Fi camera systems. Choose a model with appropriate infection-control provision.

Triple Bristle Toothbrush

The three-sided brush is designed to clean several tooth surfaces together. It may help people who find conventional brushing difficult, including some residents who need assistance.

The manual brush is worth considering where a powered toothbrush is not tolerated. Individual preferences and support needs still matter.

Replica Dentures

A digital record of existing dentures may help a dental team and an authorised laboratory arrange a replacement if the originals are lost or damaged.

Scanning in advance could be particularly useful in care homes. Clinical checks, prescription, manufacture and fitting must follow current professional requirements.

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)

SDF is a professional treatment that can help arrest active dental decay in suitable teeth. It offers a less invasive option for some people who find conventional treatment difficult to access.

Application requires appropriate assessment, consent, training and work within professional scope. Treated decay may turn permanently black.

Scanning Existing Dentures

A suitable desktop 3D scanner can help capture the shape of an existing denture and create a digital model. Scans must be checked for accuracy before they are used in manufacture.

Consumer phone scans are not consistently reliable enough for a denture replica. A digital copy is a useful starting point, not a substitute for professional checks.

Resources for Oral Health Champions

Find guidance for supporting daily oral care and recognising when someone may need advice from a dental professional. Designed for carers, dental nurses and the wider care team.