Evidence-Based Practice and Its Significance in Oral Hygiene

Significance in Oral Hygiene Introduction Oral hygiene entails ensuring that mouth or oral cavity is kept clean to prevent the occurrence of dental problems or even worsen already existing problems. Research studies are a necessity in determining the effectiveness of different oral cleaning methods in maintaining oral hygiene. Standard protocols for nursing activities such as oral hygiene are based on peer reviewed studies. In hospitalized patients, oral hygiene is an important issue since some patients may not be able to perform the activity as efficiently as the standards require. This is where a practicing nurse comes in handy.