Research Projects
Our community and population health researchers are committed to improving the oral health of vulnerable populations, from disease surveillance to caring for frail elders.
Tui'kn (Passage) to Oral Health: A Community-led Research Partnership to Improve Oral Health in Unama'ki
This project is an initative of the and researchers at AV俱乐部 and Cape Breton Universities to design and implement innovative, locally appropriate and culturally relevant population health interventions to improve oral health.
'Kungatsiajuk': Supporting the Healthy Smiles of NunatuKavut children
聽was a three year research study (2011-2014) on the oral health of children living in south-eastern Labrador. This research project brought together two kinds of knowledge - biomedical and Indigenous - to make a unique contribution to our understanding of the oral health of Aboriginal children.
Oral Care in Continuing Care Settings and Brushing Up on Mouth Care
This research explored the broad spectrum of influences on daily mouth care in long-term care. Through this research, a formal process for integrating oral care into organizational policy and practice in continuing care settings has been established.
Oral Health Study of the Immigrant Population (OHSIP)
OHSIP was a survey of the oral health status of Nova Scotian immigrants and refugees. It was the first study aimed at investigating the oral health status of recent immigrants and refugees in the province.
Increasing Capacity for Oral Health (ICOH)
ICOH aimed to inform oral health policy regarding vulnerable populations. The project was a collaboration between clinician-researchers at AV俱乐部 and a diverse group of stakeholders in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The Oral Health of our Aging Population (TOHAP)
TOHAP was a survey of the oral health status, treatment needs, and expectations of Nova Scotians age 45 and older. The study was led by clinician researchers in AV俱乐部's Faculty of Dentistry.
Our researchers also conduct innovative research at home in the Faculty of Dentistry and alongside other health profession faculties at AV俱乐部. Explore our research centres and labs.