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The ACQSC resource for the standard can be accessed at:

https://www.agedcarequality.gov.au/strengthened-quality-standards/clinical-care/clinical-safety#what-is-the-outcome-that-needs-to-be-achieved

Legislation:

• Standard 5: Clinical Care
• Outcome 5.5: Clinical safety 
• Action 5.5.7: Oral Health 

The provider implements processes to maintain oral health and prevent decline by:

1. facilitating access to a dentist or other oral health practitioner for oral health assessments at the commencement of care, regularly and when required; 
2. monitoring and responding to deterioration in oral health; 
3. assisting with daily oral hygiene needs.

Refer to the Guidance section at the above web address for information on the importance of this outcome and an explanation of key tasks.