ArticleBritish dental journal2026
Oral health care at major sporting competitions.
Article in British dental journal, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.
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Abstract
Medical facilities at major sporting events can have a huge influence on the overall enjoyment and success of the event for both athletes and spectators. The inclusion of dental care facilities within the medical team is desirable following the clear link between oral health and athletic performance, prevention of dental trauma and keeping athletes pain free during competition. Competition medical care organisers should discuss oral healthcare provision at an early stage of development with their oral health lead, having appointed an oral health lead at an early stage. The role of the dentist is twofold: general dentists who volunteer to facilitate the dental suite at the medical centre and undertake routine dental care of athletes, and specialist sports dentists who work within the field of play at vulnerable sports to deal with orofacial and dental trauma. Both groups of dentists show great skill, huge enthusiasm and a large degree of determination to support the athletes. The value of having dentists available at major sporting events is becoming increasing recognised by sports medics who appreciate the specialist knowledge and skills that the dental professionals bring to the team.
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