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National Dental Hygiene Month
Sponsored annually by the American Dental Hygienists’
Association (ADHA), National Dental Hygiene Month (NDHM) is a month-long
observance of the importance of proper oral hygiene. Observed in October,
with a specific theme chosen by ADHA, participating communities are given
the chance to recognize the contributions of dental hygienists towards
community outreach efforts. The 2007 topic is a continuation of the four-year
theme “A Healthy Smile Lasts a Lifetime.” The focus for this
year will be on Adolescent and Teenage Oral Health. Possible topics to
be discussed include:
- Smoking
- Piercing
- Breath mints
- Deleterious effects of carbonated and sugared
drinks
- Nutrition
- Mouth guards/sports
- Eating disorders
Resources and supplemental materials are currently
available in the Communications New Bureau of the Member’s section.
The Adolescent Oral Health Fact Sheet can be found on the Oral Health
Tips section of the Oral Health Information page.
For any questions related to National Dental Hygiene
Month, please contact ADHA at 312-440-8900 or at communications@adha.net.
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