Table 1 Dentistry in the hospital and availability of oral care by a dentist or dental hygienist
| Â | Â | Number of hospitals |
|---|---|---|
Dentistry in the hospital | Yes | 176 (46.8%) |
No | 200 (53.2%) | |
Oral care by dentist or dental hygienist in the palliative care unit | Available | 321 (85.4%) |
Unavailable | 55 (14.6%) | |
Total | Â | 376 |