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Learners will develop practical skills to support older adults' oral health, prevent dental issues, manage oral care safely, enhance overall health and well-being, maintain dignity, improve quality of life, and deliver care in health and social care environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1b365d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f3f3f3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"background-color: #073763;\"\u003eCourse content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Dental Hygiene for Older People e-learning course covers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOral health care definitions, key concepts, and preventative hygiene practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportance of oral hygiene and its impact on well-being\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects of poor oral health on dignity and 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