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Views on Integrating Caries Risk Assessment into Primary Care of Indigenous Children

Olubukola Olatosi is a PhD candidate in the Department of Oral Biology at the Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry, University of Manitoba. Her research, supervised by Dr. Robert Schroth, focuses on enhancing the oral health of Indigenous children in Manitoba. To achieve this, she is integrating a new Canadian caries risk assessment tool into primary care for Indigenous children. Olubukola brings a wealth of experience to her doctoral studies, holding a Master's degree in Public Health and a degree in Pediatric Dentistry from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria. Her academic journey reflects a strong commitment to addressing oral health disparities, particularly among underserved populations. Beyond her academic pursuits, Olubukola actively promotes early childhood oral health by educating children, parents, and primary care providers in various communities. Her passion for improving children's oral health underscores her dedication to making a meaningful impact in public health dentistry, especially within Indigenous communities in Manitoba. In this presentation, Dr. Olatosi discusses her findings from interviews and focus groups with primary health care providers on the topic of Integrating Caries Risk Assessment into Primary Care of Indigenous Children.