It’s #WorldOralHealthDay ! #WOHD provides a platform to change the lives of people everywhere. Get involved by raising awareness about how to be #MouthProud at every age. Every action counts! Thanks for helping us spread the word 🌍
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The good news: Children enrolled in #Medicaid have #dental coverage until they’re 21 years old. The bad news? Families with low incomes confront a persistent challenge: having coverage doesn’t guarantee access to care. Explore more data in our blog post: https://t.co/kCfdlDPfvH
There were 26,741 extractions for tooth decay for 0-19 yr olds in 2021-2022
The rate is 3.5 times greater for children from the most deprived communities #inequality
Tooth decay is the most common reason for hospital admissions for 6-10 yr olds
New data from @OHID#dentistry
Dental sealants prevent 80% of cavities in a child's posterior (back) teeth. This FAQ by @CDCgov can answer many questions that parents have about sealants: https://t.co/Km8NgbFSBX
You’re not alone if you find yourself eating more sweets during the summer. To minimize acid build up on your teeth from sugar, drink water after your treat! https://t.co/H7ntdjLQrL
Fluoride varnish is proven to reduce a child’s risk of tooth decay. Many school-based dental programs apply it to children’s teeth. Learn more: https://t.co/YwNW1Us22y
Celebrate #Halloween with your little one while protecting their little smile. Here are a couple of tricks to help protect teeth against all those treats. 👻
Dentures replace lost or damaged teeth. They can take a while to adjust to, but knowing how to take care of them will improve the transition: https://t.co/Pycwrn4p7a
Need to stay hydrated, especially here in the desert!
Water is the best and the minerals in it are also good for our teeth! Drink/swish with water after a snack or meal if you can't brush. :)
RT @MyPlate: Keep your fridge stocked with healthy drinks! When kids open the fridge and see cold water, they’ll be more likely to grab it. https://t.co/OD86nWjCVn
Thinking about getting pregnant?
Talk to your doctor about getting enough folic acid before and during pregnancy to prevent major birth defects of your baby's brain or spine: https://t.co/BvM795otcH
Mouths matter! 😀 Research links gum disease to #diabetes, #HeartHealth and #stroke risk. Tooth loss has the potential to affect a person’s nutrition and overall health.
Packable tube yogurts are a big hit with little ones. And although yogurt is great for tiny teeth, the added sugars aren’t. 🙅♀️ Here’s how you can make yogurt sticks at home with only two tooth-healthy ingredients.
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Calcium helps us have healthy bones. Fluoride helps us have healthy teeth.
But out in #nature, calcium fluoride is a colorful stone that occurs worldwide.
This naturally-occurring mineral form of calcium fluoride is known as fluorite.
#geology#minterals#DYK
Being cavity-free not only means your oral health is on the right track — it also will save you money at the dentist! 💰 Who else has celebrated this victory lately?