In this project, we will investigate the oral health and dental treatment needs of people in care homes in urban and rural Manitoba. We will use the Canadian Oral Health Screening Tool for Seniors, clinical oral examinations and frailty assessments to explore several associations.

We will also investigate differences based on geography (urban vs. rural), availability of dental services, degree of frailty and socioeconomic status (SES).

This study will provide baseline data to advocate for improved dental care services and inform targeted interventions, especially with the introduction of the Canadian Dental Care Plan for seniors aged 65 and older.