Integration of the role of dental assistant, health surveillance and nursing in improving the quality of preventive and curative health care

Abstract

This study examines the impact of integrating the roles of dental assistants, health surveillance, and nursing professionals on improving the quality of preventive and curative healthcare. Each role brings unique strengths that contribute to a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to healthcare. Dental assistants enhance oral health through patient education, hygiene practices, and follow-up care, thereby promoting general wellness and preventing oral diseases. Health surveillance enables systematic data collection and analysis, facilitating early disease detection and timely intervention for effective public health management. Nursing professionals play a central role in preventive and curative care by providing patient education, managing chronic diseases, and offering acute care support. The study findings reveal that integrating these roles creates a synergistic effect, enhancing healthcare quality and efficiency. This multidisciplinary approach not only improves patient outcomes by reducing the prevalence of preventable diseases but also optimizes resource allocation and patient satisfaction. The research underscores the importance of adopting an integrated healthcare model that harnesses the strengths of dental assistants, health surveillance teams, and nurses to create a sustainable, high-quality healthcare system that meets the needs of diverse patient populations.