The activity is part of the cooperation alliance between the University of La Serena and the Cuatro Esquinas Community and Cultural Center.

Within the framework of the activities that link the University of La Serena with the local environment, two academics from the institution's Dentistry career, together with the Directorate of Linkage with the ULS Environment, held participatory and informative conferences related to the importance of oral care, dental prosthesis care, oral self-examination and preventive care in adults.

The first of these conferences was given by the academic and dental surgeon Cristian Castillo, who resolved doubts regarding the care of dental prostheses; while the second activity was directed by Dr. Rosa Cuevas, an academic in the Dentistry career, who highlighted the importance of oral self-examination, risk activities and alert calls that can be discovered at home and when to consult a specialist. at a doctor's appointment.

In this regard, academic Castillo highlighted: “I consider it to be a very good activity, there was a participatory audience and we were able to resolve the doubts that the community had (…) For me it is very pleasant and I am always willing to participate in these activities. I really like to share with people, show what one does, and also share what one knows. I believe that this is something fundamental, being a professor and working in a university that is state-owned and that has a social role and also brings knowledge to the community in general.”  

Both academic speakers agree that it is important to bring the University closer to the community, sharing knowledge.

Written by Jenifer Araya, DIVEULS