Kategorier: Alla - benefits - access - disease - dental

av Sarah Freeman för 3 årar sedan

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Dental Hygiene profession and how it impacts on society

Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for overall well-being, as it is closely linked to various health outcomes. Regular dental check-ups, which a significant portion of the Canadian population attends, can prevent numerous diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

Dental Hygiene profession and how it impacts on society

Dental Hygiene profession and how it impacts on society

80% of Canadians see the dentist regularly

Middle to upper class

Can be expensive without benefits

Many Canadians have good access to dental benefits

Good oral hygiene

Better overall health

some aboriginal people

Poor oral hygiene

Cancer
Diabetes
Heart disease
Gum disease
cavities'
bad breath

Why does poor oral care affect overall health?

How can we improve this?

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People with special needs

1 in 5 Canadian avoid the dentist (can't afford)

seniors

People with low incomes