Overview:
Every year on March 20, the world unites to promote oral and dental health through preventive measures and awareness of the importance of maintaining oral health as a key component of overall well-being and quality of life.
Objectives:
- Raise awareness of the importance of proper oral and dental hygiene.
- Encourage healthy, low-sugar nutrition and support smoking cessation.
- Promote regular dental checkups.
Facts:
- Oral health is an essential part of overall health and quality of life.
- Oral diseases can cause pain and infections that affect eating, speaking, learning, and social interaction.
- The most impactful oral health conditions include tooth decay, severe gum disease, and severe tooth loss.
- Smoking and diabetes are among the leading risk factors for gum disease.
Official Date:
Globally: March 20th, 2026
Locally: Shawwal 1st, 1447H
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