Improvement noted in dental health across northern regions, as reported by local barmen - Enhanced Dental Health Spotted in Northern Barmer Region
In the northernmost state of Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, the dental health landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, according to Barmer Health Insurance. The regional manager for Schleswig-Holstein, Bernd Hillebrandt, highlighted the importance of good accessibility to dental practices and emphasized the role they play in maintaining dental health.
The statistics, presented in Barmer's dental report for the year 2023, reveal that the number of dental practices per 10,000 inhabitants varies by region within Schleswig-Holstein. The district of Herzogtum Lauenburg, for instance, has only 3.0 practices per 10,000 inhabitants, which is lower than the national average of 4.2. In contrast, the state capital of Kiel boasts a higher density with 5.5 practices per 10,000 inhabitants.
Despite this uneven distribution, Hillebrandt attributes the positive dental health trend to high treatment quality, effective prevention, and better oral hygiene. However, he expressed concern over the declining number of preventive check-ups. In 2023, only 45.7% of residents had a prophylaxis, compared to 50.1% in 2013.
This decline in preventive care is reflected in the need for dental treatment, which has decreased from 47.1% in 2013 to 38.5% in 2023. Encouragingly, among 20- to 24-year-olds, the need for dental crowns and dental prosthetics dropped from 1.4% to 0.8% between 2013 and 2023. The overall need for dental crowns and dental prosthetics in Schleswig-Holstein decreased from 12.1% in 2013 to 10.0% in 2023.
These statistics are based on Barmer's insured members in Schleswig-Holstein, and the organization estimates that there are approximately 4.0 dental practices per 10,000 inhabitants in the state. It's important to note that the density of dental practices in Schleswig-Holstein is slightly below the national average.
The concentration of dental practices is also not evenly distributed across Schleswig-Holstein, with many practice locations found in the urban areas of Kiel, Lübeck, and Neumünster. This raises concerns about accessibility in rural areas like Herzogtum Lauenburg.
In conclusion, while the dental health trend in Schleswig-Holstein is generally positive, there are areas for improvement, particularly in terms of preventive care and the distribution of dental practices. Regular check-ups, as Hillebrandt explained, are crucial for long-term dental health and preventing toothache.
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