1. CARE OF THE ORAL CAVITY By DR IBIYEMI. F. ODUYEMI AT BODIJA-ASHI BAPTIST CHURCH MARCH, 2015

3. THE ORAL CAVITY Oral cavity is the gate-way into the human body Consists of: Hard tissues Soft tissues

5. HOW TO CARE? 1.Brush your teeth twice daily with: - Toothbrush (medium/soft bristles) which is replace every 3months - Toothpaste containing fluoride - Chewing stick

6. Toothbrush with toothpasteChewing stick

7. HOW TO BRUSH THE TEETH

8. 2. Brush the tongue after brushing

9. 3. FLOSS THE TEETH WITH DENTAL FLOSS

10. 4. Eat more of vegetables and fruits Good for the teethBad for the teeth

11. 5. Visit your Dentist every six months For professional check up and cleaning :

12. 6. Stop these habits: Use of toothpicks Opening of bottles with your teeth High sugary foods and drinks Smoking or drinking alcohol

13. WHY CARE? To prevent dental problems: 1.Dental caries 2.Periodontal diseases 3.Teeth discoloration 4.Tooth wear 5.Oral cancer

14. Dental caries

15. Periodontal Diseases Swollen GumBleeding Gum

16. Gum RecessionLoss of teeth

17. Teeth Discolouration/ Tooth Wear Extrinsic stainsTooth wear

18. In Conclusion Prevention is better than cure Always maintain a good oral hygiene and you will enjoy a healthy oral cavity

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