Oral health care service delivery in schools for special needs in eThekwini District, KwaZulu-Natal
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Caries and gingival disease are prevalent oral health issues affecting more than 80% of school-going children including those with special needs attending special schools. Schools play a crucial role in promoting oral health, providing education and identifying issues early. These school-based health programmes are essential for addressing these issues and can reach more than 1 billion children worldwide,
as well as school staff, families and the community.
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