We’re celebrating World Oral Health Day. Every year, March 20th is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of oral health. Poor oral health can affect more than just your teeth and gums – it can also have a negative impact on your total health and wellbeing.
That’s why it’s important to take care of your mouth and visit your dentist regularly. In this blog post, we will discuss some fun facts and share some tips for keeping your mouth healthy and happy! Did you know that…
- Nearly 50% of adults in the United States have untreated tooth decay?
- Poor oral health can lead to a number of serious health problems, including heart disease, stroke and diabetes?
- Oral health is an important part of overall wellness?
The objective of World Oral Health Day is to empower individuals with the knowledge, tools, and self-assurance they need to maintain healthy teeth. This day is a project of FDI World Dental Federation, which unifies the world of dentistry with the goal of providing optimal oral health to everyone.
Why Is Oral Health Day Important?
Children have a 43% greater chance of tooth decay in their primary teeth than adults, according to the CDC. Tooth decay can cause pain, infection, tooth loss, and missed school days in more than 530 million children throughout the world. According to the World Health Organization approximately 3.5 billion people have oral diseases.
How Does Poor Oral Health Affect Me?
Your mouth is a window into your health, it affects how you think, feel and act. Studies have shown that there is a link between oral health and overall health, and that poor oral health can lead to a number of serious medical conditions, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Other health conditions have been found to present symptoms in the mouth including systemic lupus, osteoporosis and cancer. Additionally, it can impact your quality of life in a number of ways. For example, it can cause you to lose self-confidence, make it difficult for you to eat and speak, and lead to social isolation.
The good news is that most oral health problems are 100% preventable and can be treated early. Our general dentistry experts in Colorado Springs offer an array of service vital to your continued health and will diagnose, treat and help manage your needs. By taking care of your mouth and visiting your dentist regularly, you can help prevent tooth decay keep yourself healthy and happy!
Three Things to do on World Oral Health Day:
- Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste and floss your teeth to celebrate your mouth.
- Schedule a teeth cleaning for you or a family member at a “dentist near me.”
- Share your smile on social media and be proud of your mouth. Use the hashtag #WorldOralHealthDay.
We hope you will join us in celebrating World Oral Health Day today! For more information about oral health and how to keep your mouth healthy, please fill out our short online form to schedule a visit with our dentists. We are happy to answer any questions you may have!
