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Oral diseases affect 1 in 2 people in the world.
Untreated 🦷 decay - the most common disease of mankind bit.ly/2Gsj3Pu

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@WHOAFRO @WHOEMRO @WHO_Europe @WHOSEARO @WHOWPRO @pahowho @TheLancet Oral diseases are among the most common and preventable noncommunicable diseases worldwide and affect all human beings, regardless of age bit.ly/2Gsj3Pu

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@WHOAFRO @WHOEMRO @WHO_Europe @WHOSEARO @WHOWPRO @pahowho @TheLancet Most common noncommunicable diseases share many behavioral risk factors with oral diseases such as an unhealthy diet high in sugars, tobacco use and harmful use of alcohol bit.ly/2Gsj3Pu #OralHealth

Dental caries can be largely prevented by maintaining a constant low level of fluoride in the oral cavity bit.ly/2Gsj3Pu

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Prevent oral diseases (and noncommunicable diseases): Stop smoking 🚭 and reduce alcohol consumption 🍻🍷🥃
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Prevent oral diseases (and noncommunicable diseases): Open and examine the mouth of your child regularly
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Prevent oral diseases (and noncommunicable diseases): Use protective equipment when doing sports and traveling on motor vehicles to reduce risk of facial injuries bit.ly/2Gsj3Pu

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Have you brushed your teeth today?
Brush your 🦷 twice a day using fluoride toothpaste bit.ly/2Gsj3Pu

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When was the last time you get your 🦷 checked?
Go for oral check-ups regularly, even if your teeth appear to be all right bit.ly/2Gsj3Pu

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Prevent oral diseases (and noncommunicable diseases): Avoid snacking between meals and foods containing high amounts of sugar, salt and fats
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