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OCTOBER IS NATIONAL DENTAL HYGIENE MONTH

                                                                                          

 According to the CDC Oral health is essential to general health and well-being.  It is the “window” to your body.  

The three oral conditions that most affect overall health and quality of life are cavities, severe gum disease, and severe tooth loss.                                                          

Good oral/dental health translates to good health overall. Dental problems such as cavities or gum disease can impair your ability to eat and speak properly, cause pain and bad breath. And what many people may not realize, is that poor dental health can have a profoundly, negative affect on areas outside of the mouth, including your heart, diabetes, pregnancy and chronic inflammation, such as arthritis — to name a few.                                                                                                                                                   This month is dedicated to promoting healthy mouths all across the country, and celebrating the hard work your favorite dental hygienist does to keep your pearly whites squeaky clean.  

Our non-profit dental clinic, Healthy Smiles Forever, is here at the facility. If you need any dental care, information or dental supplies we are happy to help.  Please call us at 931-0484 or let the court nurse or front desk know to contact us to make appointment.