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Sustentabilidade em medicina dentária e alinhamento com a agenda 2030 da Organização das Nações Unidas
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Atualmente, as questões levantadas pelo impacto da crise climática têm sido alvo de grande preocupação, devido às repercussões sentidas na vida e saúde das populações, assim como no equilíbrio dos ecossistemas.
Esta dissertação procura relacionar de que forma a promoção de hábitos mais sustentáveis em medicina dentária pode contribuir para uma prática eficiente, segura e com menor impacto ambiental, visando cumprir os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável estabelecidos na Agenda de 2030 da Organização das Nações Unidas.
A redução de resíduos apresenta-se como uma prioridade, o que pode ser alcançado através da promoção de saúde e prevenção de patologias da cavidade oral, minimizando o desperdício e a pegada de carbono associado à prática clínica.
O uso responsável de recursos, como a água e energia, e a preferência por materiais dentários sustentáveis são elementos-chave para minimizar o impacto ambiental da medicina dentária.
A reciclagem, em particular de plásticos de utilização única, é uma das medidas fundamentais para evitar a poluição ambiental, que poderia resultar na ingestão de microplásticos por animais marinhos e, subsequentemente, pelos humanos.
A educação e sensibilização para a importância da sustentabilidade desempenham um papel essencial, que pode ser atingido com a integração de princípios sustentáveis nas unidades curriculares do Mestrado Integrado em Medicina Dentária e nas comissões científicas, fomentando estas práticas nos futuros profissionais de saúde e investigadores, para que, futuramente, seja desenvolvido um trabalho contínuo que permita criar alternativas inovadoras que diminuam ainda mais o impacto ambiental deste setor.
Em suma, esta dissertação aborda a pegada ambiental em medicina dentária, bem como abordagens sustentáveis que possam ser implementadas na prática clínica, destacando a importância da sustentabilidade como uma peça fundamental na construção de um sistema de saúde mais consciente, alinhado com a visão da Agenda 2030 da Organização das Nações Unidas.
Currently, the issues raised by the impact of the climate crisis have been a subject of great concern, given the repercussions felt in the lives and health of populations, as well as in the balance of ecosystems. This dissertation seeks to correlate how the promotion of more sustainable practices in dentistry can contribute to an approach which is efficient, safe and with a lower environmental impact, with the aim of fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goals established in the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda. Waste reduction emerges as a priority, which can be achieved through the promotion of oral health and prevention of oral pathologies, thereby minimizing waste and the carbon footprint associated with the provision of care. Responsible use of resources such as water and energy, and a preference for sustainable dental materials, are key elements in minimizing the environmental impact in dentistry. Recycling, particularly of single-use plastics, is one of the fundamental measures to prevent environmental pollution that could result in the ingestion of microplastics by marine life and, subsequently, humans. Education and awareness of the importance of sustainability play an essential role, which can be achieved by integrating sustainable fundaments into the curriculum of the Integrated Master's degree in Dentistry and in scientific committees, promoting these practices amongst future healthcare professionals and researchers. This will pave the way for continuous efforts to develop innovative alternatives that further reduce the environmental impact of this sector. In summary, this dissertation addresses the environmental footprint in dentistry, as well as sustainable approaches that can be implemented in clinical practice, emphasizing the significance of as a fundamental component in building a more conscientious healthcare system aligned with the vision of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda.
Currently, the issues raised by the impact of the climate crisis have been a subject of great concern, given the repercussions felt in the lives and health of populations, as well as in the balance of ecosystems. This dissertation seeks to correlate how the promotion of more sustainable practices in dentistry can contribute to an approach which is efficient, safe and with a lower environmental impact, with the aim of fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goals established in the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda. Waste reduction emerges as a priority, which can be achieved through the promotion of oral health and prevention of oral pathologies, thereby minimizing waste and the carbon footprint associated with the provision of care. Responsible use of resources such as water and energy, and a preference for sustainable dental materials, are key elements in minimizing the environmental impact in dentistry. Recycling, particularly of single-use plastics, is one of the fundamental measures to prevent environmental pollution that could result in the ingestion of microplastics by marine life and, subsequently, humans. Education and awareness of the importance of sustainability play an essential role, which can be achieved by integrating sustainable fundaments into the curriculum of the Integrated Master's degree in Dentistry and in scientific committees, promoting these practices amongst future healthcare professionals and researchers. This will pave the way for continuous efforts to develop innovative alternatives that further reduce the environmental impact of this sector. In summary, this dissertation addresses the environmental footprint in dentistry, as well as sustainable approaches that can be implemented in clinical practice, emphasizing the significance of as a fundamental component in building a more conscientious healthcare system aligned with the vision of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda.
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Dissertação para obtenção do grau de Mestre no Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz
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Impacto ambiental Medicina dentária Sustentabilidade Objetivos de desenvolvimento sustentável