London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Croydon 1950
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]
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early age the normal "comprehensive" treatment may not always
be possible, certain protective measures can be initiated from
which much benefit can be obtained. Such activities would, it is
felt, pay a substantial dividend, and also assist by stimulating
interest in the more "preventive" aspect of the scheme.
The introduction of Nursery Classes at certain Primary
Schools should materially assist the dental supervision of the
above-mentioned age-group until more Nursery Schools can be
established.
The following summary shows particulars of the work-accomplished : —
| Expectant Mothers. | Nursing Mothers. | Total. | Young Children. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Cases Examined | 424 | 17 | 441 | 538 |
| Re-treated | 32 | 3 | 35 | 103 |
| Total | 456 | 20 | 476 | 641 |
Expectant and Nursing Young
Mothers Children
Attendances 1127 1012
Fillings 290 264
Extractions 640 628
Gas Cases 90 207
Local Anaesthesia 253 53
Scaling and Gum Treatment 177 5
Dressings 250 564
Denture Dressings 316
Silver Nitrate 26
Treatments Completed 268 436
Number of Sessions (treatment) 213
Dentures Fitted 60
Dentures Repaired 10