At The Village Dental Practice we believe that taking precautions when it comes to your oral health can have greater benefits in the longer-term. In the COVID environment when access to routine dentistry is far more restricted, this message has never been more important. We will always be available for emergencies and able to provide advice by telephone for routine matters, however, please see the below resources which provide information on how best to look after you oral health.

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Children's Oral Hygiene Advice

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The Happy Smiles Programme  run by the Health and Social Care Board provides excellent advice on oral health for children. A handy fact sheet and brushing guide can be downloaded here.

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The Oral Health Foundation runs an excellent programme called Dental Buddy aimed at children and can be found here.

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The Teeth Team website provides information for children, parents and teachers and is accessible here.

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Adult's Oral Hygiene Advice 

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The Oral Health Foundation also has excellent resources and advice for adult patients and can be found here.  

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For patients with complex needs or disabilities, this resource provides valuable information on a range of conditions relating specifically to oral health care. 

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Dietary Advice

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The NHS Eat Well and Live Well websites provide guidance on healthy eating and maintaining a good diet.

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Smoking Cessation

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Smoking remains a high risk to your health and affects your oral health significantly. If you are considering stopping smoking, these resources may be of benefit - NHS Quit Smoking and Stop Smoking NI. 

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PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS OVER MOUTH CANCER DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT THE PRACTICE FOR ADVICE. FURTHER INFORMATION ON ORAL CANCER CAN BE FOUND HERE AND HERE. 

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