A scope of practice comparison of two models of public oral health services for Aboriginal people living in rural and remote communities AUTHORS

摘要

Following publication of our study comparing the costs of two models of care intended for rural Aboriginal communities in New South Wales, Australia , we have analysed the data comparing scope of practice between the two models. By way of background, Aboriginal people are less likely to access dental services than other Australians . It is well established in the literature that enhancing access to and use of services by Aboriginal Australians requires tailoring to local needs, customs and language; ensuring staff are culturally competent; and having explicit strategies to promote and sustain participation .