March 21, 2026Value in Health Regional Issues0 citationsOpen Access
Cost-Effectiveness and Budget Impact Analysis for a Targeted School-Based Dental Check-Up Program Compared With Standard Care Through Victorian Public Oral Healthcare, Australia
The aim is to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and budget impact of a targeted dental check-up program compared to standard care.
Conducted a cost-effectiveness analysis
Compared targeted school-based check-ups with standard dental care
Evaluated financial impact on Victorian public oral healthcare system
Targeted school check-ups are more cost-effective than standard care
The program increases equitable access to dental services
Improves financial protection for families seeking dental care
Abstract
This study demonstrates evidence that a targeted school-based dental check-up is cost-effective and increases equitable access and financial protection through Victorian public oral healthcare.