DENTAL HYGIENISTS: PRIMARY HEALTH-CARE PROFESSIONALS
Self-confidence, self-image, self-esteem - so much is wrapped up in the appearance and condition of our teeth, our mouths and our smiles. But did you know that hidden problems with your overall health can often be detected first in your mouth? Good overall health starts in your mouth.
Increasingly, research is showing that there is a direct link between oral health and your general health and well-being. In fact, periodontal disease - disease of the gums and supporting bone - has been linked to a number of serious illnesses including lung disease, diabetes, heart disease and even pre-term low birth weight babies.
Whether working in a dental office, a clinic, a hospital, a retirement home or in the community, your Dental Hygienist is a licensed oral health-care professional who is there every step of the way to help you ensure good oral health.
Self-confidence, self-image, self-esteem - so much is wrapped up in the appearance and condition of our teeth, our mouths and our smiles. But did you know that hidden problems with your overall health can often be detected first in your mouth? Good overall health starts in your mouth.
Increasingly, research is showing that there is a direct link between oral health and your general health and well-being. In fact, periodontal disease - disease of the gums and supporting bone - has been linked to a number of serious illnesses including lung disease, diabetes, heart disease and even pre-term low birth weight babies.
Whether working in a dental office, a clinic, a hospital, a retirement home or in the community, your Dental Hygienist is a licensed oral health-care professional who is there every step of the way to help you ensure good oral health.
Periodontal disease can be prevented and controlled.
Early detection is vital to your overall health and your dental hygienist can help.
Call today to make an appointment.
Early detection is vital to your overall health and your dental hygienist can help.
Call today to make an appointment.
Your chances of cardiovascular disease may be greater if you have periodontal disease. There is substantial evidence of a link between diabetes and periodontal disease. Scientific studies show a clear association between periodontal disease and lung disease. How can my Dental Hygienist help me? Your Dental Hygienist can help by ensuring that you are taking good care of your gums and teeth. That assistance may take many forms in both the clinical setting and in the community.
They help in the dental hygiene clinical setting by:
• assessing your health history, examining your head and neck, checking your mouth, gums and teeth, and screening for oral cancer
• developing a care plan with you that includes prevention and treatment therapies to achieve and maintain your best oral health
• referring you to other health-care providers as required
• teaching you about mouth care
They help in the community by:
• teaching students or counseling families about oral health care
• reviewing literature and conducting research
• teaching long-term care staff about mouth care for their patients
• manufacturing mouth guards and working with coaches, school staff and others to prevent sports and playground injuries
• screening seniors for signs of oral cancer
• acting as health-care advocates on issues such as tobacco control
No matter where the work is carried out, your dental hygienist is your partner in oral—and overall—health.
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They help in the dental hygiene clinical setting by:
• assessing your health history, examining your head and neck, checking your mouth, gums and teeth, and screening for oral cancer
• developing a care plan with you that includes prevention and treatment therapies to achieve and maintain your best oral health
• referring you to other health-care providers as required
• teaching you about mouth care
They help in the community by:
• teaching students or counseling families about oral health care
• reviewing literature and conducting research
• teaching long-term care staff about mouth care for their patients
• manufacturing mouth guards and working with coaches, school staff and others to prevent sports and playground injuries
• screening seniors for signs of oral cancer
• acting as health-care advocates on issues such as tobacco control
No matter where the work is carried out, your dental hygienist is your partner in oral—and overall—health.
Copied from: www.cdha.ca/ndhw
