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Oral Health
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Where can I get more information about oral health?
What resources exist for schools regarding oral health?
What are some ways to improve your oral health?
How does oral health affect students in school?
Why is oral health important for your health?
How common are oral health problems among children?
Cavities are the most common chronic childhood disease in Canada, with more than 50% of children between the ages of 6 to 11 having had a cavity. Cavities are also increasing in toddlers between the ages of 2 to 4 years.
What is oral health?
Oral health, just like healthy eating and being physically active, plays an important role in our general health and well-being. Oral health is more than just teeth; it also includes your lips, tongue, throat and mouth.
December 2019 Board Meeting - Healthy Smiles Ontario Funding Resolution
Why is oral health important for your health?
Research has found that tooth decay, such as cavities, and gum disease can be a cause of other serious health problems. In the case of an oral infection, bacteria can travel through the blood stream or airways to other parts of the body. Health conditions such as heart disease and stroke are linked to oral health problems.