Guinness World Records in London has reported a new world record in dentistry.
Guinness World Records in London has reported a new world record in dentistry. Last weekend, a medical and dental mission organised by the Church of Christ in Manila in the Philippines broke the previous world record for the most people involved in a dental health check.
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Over 4,100 people were checked within eight hours by the mission in the Philippines’ capital on Saturday, according to Guinness. The previous record was 3,377 people, checked during an oral health event organised by the Indian Dental Association and Wrigley in Mumbai in October 2009.
With 66,322 people checked, India still holds the world record for the most people involved in a dental check in multiple locations since November 2010.
Guinness currently recognises a couple of dental records, including the longest tooth extracted and the oldest person to have received dental implants.
In addition to the most dental checks performed on one day, the Manila mission also broke two other records in the most blood pressure readings and blood glucose level tests categories. According to Guinness representative Tarika Vara, it was the first time that three records were broken simultaneously. She remarked that the standard of the health checks was very high and of great benefit to all those involved.
Over 1,000 medical and dental professionals are reported to have taken part in the event, which saw overall attendance by 100,000 people. The mission also provided medication, minor surgical treatment and relief food packs.
Founded in 1914, the Church of Christ provides regular aid to underprivileged residents in different parts of the Philippines through its Aid for Humanity relief organisation. Although the church has been criticised for its religious doctrines and political involvement in the Philippines and elsewhere, it is estimated to have almost two million members in over 90 countries, making it the largest independent Christian organisation in Asia to date.
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