Nutritional Effects on Caries in Children and Prevention Methods
Learn about the impact of nutrition on dental caries in children and effective prevention methods. Discover how healthy foods can promote happy teeth while unhealthy foods contribute to tooth decay. Find out the importance of proper oral hygiene, regular dental checkups, and the significance of educating children on maintaining good oral health habits.
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Healthy Choice, Healthy Teeth! Nutritional effects on caries in children and prevention methods Presented by: Semah Altam, Kehinde Bello Olga Bondaresco, Jose Torija Gutierrez
Healthy teeth and unhealthy teeth Healthy foods make your happy teeth Bad foods make your teeth unhappy Unhappy teeth have caries ( tooth decay) caries are the most common disease in children the main of cause tooth loss.
Untreated caries Leads to pain & infection Problems with eating, speaking, playing, and learning. Tooth loss, hospitalization, Children with poor oral health are often absent from school. Poor performance and poor grades.
How do you get caries? Unhealthy foods and Improper oral hygiene Healthy foods contain good Vitamins and Minerals which prevent caries to destroy the teeth and keep your smile healthy!
Healthy VS Unhealthy foods! HEALTHY: UNHEALTHY: Apples Celery and Carrots Broccoli and Green Leafy Vegetables Nuts and Seeds Milk, Cheese, and Yogurt Eggs Cakes and Biscuits Soft drinks Sweets and Chocolate Sauces and Syrups Jams Sugary Cereals and Cereal bars
What we need to know? Identify healthy foods and harmful sugary foods. How to brush the teeth and for how long. Visit the dentist for a checkup. Child s typical dental care routine.
Our Goal! Improvement in the number of children that can correctly label out the healthy and unhealthy foods. To effect on families' eating habits. Improvement in home oral care: regular flossing and brushing. Educate the children on the importance of making regular visits to the dentist.
How to Floss? A. Twirl floss around a finger from both hands. B. Hold the floss tightly and place between teeth. C. Make a C shape around the tooth and slide it up and down. D. Having a hard time? You can also use handled floss!
How to brush? A. Divide the mouth into 6 sections and take 20 seconds to brush each. B. Start with outer surface of the lower jaw. C. Then the inner and then the biting surfaces D. Repeat with the upper jaw E. Small circular movements near the gumline is most effective. F. Lastly, don t forget to gently brush the tongue
Lets brush with Mickey! Brush to the Beat ? | Music Video | Learn to Brush Your Teeth | Mickey Mornings | Disney Junior Are you ready to brush to the beat?! Grab your toothbrush and toothpaste to brush along with Mickey! Wake up! Wake up! Make it a Mickey Morning! Hang out with Mickey and friends in the morning! Check out more videos with Mickey and friends here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2m1vjiMH_hNIvBzRxgaNj_C6VcO6j0a6 #disneyjunior #mickeymornings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FA8O_Ff0CFk
How to achieve our Goal? When brushing twice a day and flossing once a day this keeps your teeth strong. Visiting the dental office regularly is very important for early detection. Also, maintaining a healthy diet. These steps are essential for disease prevention.
Steps to happier teeth 1. I will wake up everyday and brush my teeth. 2. I will eat my fruits and vegetables and less sugary foods. 3. I will floss once a day. 4. Lastly I will brush my teeth before I go to bed
