February 2023
A Healthy Mouth for Every Body
Oral health is a fundamental part of overall health, yet profound disparities in oral health persist in the United States. Oral diseases and conditions, such as tooth decay, tooth loss, periodontal disease, and cancer, can cause substantial pain and suffering. They affect what people can eat, how they speak and socialize, their employment prospects, and overall well-being.
As a trusted partner in your patients’ health, your recommendation to engage in oral health preventive behaviors, such as brushing daily and flossing, can improve their oral health and overall health.
A Healthy Mouth for Every Body, coordinated by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), highlights the importance of taking care of one’s oral health at home and seeing a dentist regularly for checkups. The campaign offers a variety of tips and patient education tools to help everyone take good care of their mouths and teeth.
From videos to fact sheets, A Healthy Mouth for Every Body features oral health information on:
- Brushing your child’s teeth
- Your baby’s oral health
- Dry mouth
- Flossing and brushing
- Oral cancer
- HIV and oral health
As you talk with your patients, help them take the first step toward good oral health today. Visit A Healthy Mouth for Every Body for resources to help them protect their mouths and live well at any age.
