Nigeria is ranked third in global dental health index
by the World Dental Federation (FDI)
President of Nigerian Dental
Association (NDA), Dr. Olabode Ijarogbe, disclosed this at the 2016 World Oral Health
Day (WOHD) event.
Dr. Ijarogbe said that the feat
was made possible with supports from Unilever, dental therapists, dental
technologists and other dental auxiliaries.
The WOHD which is celebrated
in March 20 has its theme: "It all begins here, healthy mouth, healthy
body".
The Guardian New reports that,
this year's theme, according to the president, reflects the major contributions
that oral health makes to our lives and focuses on Nigerians with the view to
changing our attitudes with respect to oral health.
Ijarogbe explained that the
theme reminds us that our mouth is an integral part of the body and as such,
should be properly taken care of. Healthy smile and the ability to speak and
eat without pain or discomfort are critical to general health and wellbeing.
Easily preventable or treatable oral diseases left unchecked can lead to major
negative health consequences.
According to him: "WOHD is celebrated every year
to remind us that healthy teeth, gums and mouth generally play a crucial role
in our ability to relate, work or study without constant nagging and painful
toothache, boost in our self-confidence and in the health of our whole body at
large.
"WOHD celebration is
aimed at increasing awareness for oral health as well as the impact of oral
diseases on general health, well-being and national economies. It provides an
opportunity to raise awareness and encourage individuals, families, communities
and governments to take measures to lower the incidence of oral disease,"
he said.
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