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Offers resources on dental health and oral health, including information on dental and oral hygiene, flossing, brushing, and the use of fluoride, and the effects of oral health on overall health.
Refutes several myths concerning the need for dental care for seniors. Acknowledges and discusses the difficulty seniors may experience accessing oral care services and dental professionals and offers suggestions.
Source: Canadian Health Network
As the authoritative national voice of dentistry, the Canadian Dental Association is providing this site as your online link to news and information on dentistry and oral health care in Canada.
Source: Canadian Dental Association
Defines oral health, presents basic facts about periodontal disease, gives an overview of preventative techniques for maintenance of a healthy mouth and gums, and provides links to more detailed resources and information.
Source: Health Canada
We all know that taking care of our teeth every day helps prevent cavities and gum disease. But there are even more compelling reasons to maintain good oral hygiene.
Source: Canadian Health Network
Oral health is not only important to your appearance and sense of well-being, but also to your overall health. Cavities and gum disease may contribute to many serious conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases, and premature and low weight babies. Untreated cavities can also be painful and lead to serious infections.
Source: Health Canada
This web site has been designed to answer any questions you might have about dental hygiene, and provides facts and tips to help you establish a good oral hygiene routine for both you and your family.
Source: The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association
The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is the only national not-for profit organization that represents the voice and vision of more than 14,000 dental hygienists in Canada.
Source: The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association
Tips to encourage good dental habits
Source: City of Ottawa
Dental fact sheets covering a variety of topics including brushing and flossing, braces, gum disease, denture care, dental sealants, and mouthcare for infants and toddlers. Most of these fact sheets are in English only. Site also contains a selection of dental activity sheets for children. These activity sheets are available in both English and French.
Source: Government of Nova Scotia - Department of Health
Maintaining a healthy mouth is about more than just a pretty smile. Recent studies have advanced the idea that periodontal diseases a primary cause of tooth loss are linked to a number of major health concerns, such as heart disease, stroke, respiratory disease, osteoporosis and diabetes.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
For years we've been hearing about the importance of brushing and flossing our teeth for a healthy smile.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
Good dental and oral health care are essential for people living with HIV/AIDS because they can suffer from a number of oral health conditions ...Read more
Source: Canadian Health Network
Regular brushing and flossing, a healthy diet, and visits to your dental hygienist contribute to a lifetime of talking, eating and smiling.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
Healthy baby teeth and good dental care are very important.
Source: Government of British Columbia - Ministry of Health Services
Good dental health care for your baby is an important step towards a lifetime of healthy teeth.
Source: Government of British Columbia - Ministry of Health Services
The oral care infants and children receive affects their health for years to come. With proper care, children benefit from healthy teeth and gums, but neglect can cause problems with long-term consequences.
Source: HealthyOntario.com
Information related to this topic.
Source: Canada Health Portal
Information related to this topic.
Source: Canada Health Portal
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