The 6th largest registered health profession in Canada is dental hygiene. To increase public awareness of the important connection of oral health to overall health, Canadian dental hygienists joined the global celebration of World Oral Health Day last March 20, 2018. It was highlighted that oral health is very crucial not only to the overall physical wellness but also to social and mental welfare. According to dental experts and supported by researches, plaque accumulation on teeth can cause gum diseases. This in turn, becomes a risk factor for more serious health problems such as respiratory and cardiovascular illness, diabetes and even stroke. That’s why a Toronto dental clinic, where dental hygienists perform their health care practice, play an integral role in preventing and treating oral health issues.
Preventive Oral Care is Still the Best
During dental appointment, dentists examine your oral health, make recommendations if needed, and establish both professional and home oral hygiene plans and habits. Of all the services that a Toronto dental clinic offers, preventive or preventative oral care is always the best option. It starts by having regular visits to your dentist, avoiding sugary snacks and drinks, avoiding tobacco use, and eventually practicing good oral hygiene habits daily. It will give you more chances to enjoy good oral and overall health even as you get older. It can also help in early detection of gingivitis, removal of plaque and tartar buildup, and on time treatment of other oral diseases.
Part of a preventative oral care is using a patient education system right within a Toronto dental clinic office. This generates more interest and promotes increased patient awareness. It involves patient reviewing photo books with description and illustration of cosmetic procedures when discussing treatment options. The books are highly interactive and can provoke conversation if presented by a team member of dental professionals. These patient learning opportunities will further promote and encourage oral health care awareness and actions. At Queen’s Quay Dental, we strongly believe in a holistic approach of oral health care that provides preventative practices and extensive education for all our patients. With a proper routine of visits to our Toronto dental clinic in the downtown and constant care, your teeth can last for a lifetime.