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April Highlights Importance of Oral Health for Total Health

National Dental Hygienists Week takes place from April 4 to 10 as part of oral health month in Canada.

It’s a perfect time to set new oral care goals for yourself, with support from your dental hygienist, an essential primary health
care provider who sees first-hand how good oral hygiene benefits both physical and mental well-being.

Dental hygienists work in a variety of settings, including independent dental hygiene practice, with people of all ages. They will help you develop good daily oral care routines and will offer treatment recommendations and disease prevention strategies to keep you smiling. Whether calming toddlers at their first dental hygiene appointment or providing care to older adults in long-term care homes, dental hygienists want everyone to enjoy “Oral Health for Total Health.”

This April, join your dental hygienist on the path to good oral
health by taking just six small steps:

  1. Brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
  2. Clean between your teeth daily with floss or other interdental devices.
  3. Use an antibacterial mouthrinse once a day.
  4. Make healthy food and beverage choices.
  5. Eliminate tobacco use.
  6. See an oral health professional every six months.

For more information on oral health, click on the banner below.

At the Centre de santé communautaire Hamilton/Niagara, we offer the Ontario Seniors’ Dental Program: adults aged 65 and over, who are eligible.

To learn more about the services we offer, visit: Oral Hygiene Services.

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