National Oral Health Month is a good opportunity to remind everyone about the importance of visiting your dentist regularly and practising good oral hygiene between visits.
CDA reminds Canadians to follow these five steps to good oral health:
- Visit your dentist regularly;
- Eat a well-balanced diet;
- Check your mouth regularly for signs of gum disease and oral cancer;
- Limit alcohol, and avoid smoking, smokeless tobacco and vaping; and
- Brush your teeth twice a day using fluoride toothpaste, and floss once a day.
With regular check-ups, your dentist can make sure that you don’t have dental problems, remove any unhealthy buildup on your teeth and gums, and reduce your risk of dental decay or gum disease. By working with your dentist as your partner in health, you can learn how to prevent oral diseases which is important to maintaining good overall health.
Source: Canadian Dental Association
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