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Did you know? Research shows that good oral health is also linked to good overall health. Gum disease and cavities can actually lead to severe illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and infections. Taking care of your mouth by brushing and flossing regularly and correctly will go a long way in…
Energy drinks can hurt your mouth. They can cause:
Breakdown of your tooth’s surface from the high acidity and sugar, leading to less protection for the tooth and tooth decay
Sensitive teeth
Cavities from tooth decay
They can also cause:
Irritation, anxiety, aggression,…
The Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that is spread by skin-to-skin contact during sex, or any intimate contact with an infected partner.
Did you know? 75% of sexually active Canadians will have at least one HPV infection in their lifetime. There are many types of HPV, and some of…
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Smoking hurts more than your lungs. Smoking can cause many oral health problems, including:
Inflamed gums and mouth tissue
Tooth decay (cavities)
Increased plaque
Bad breath
Stained teeth
Decreased sense of smell and taste
Sensitive teeth
Oral and throat cancers
Mouth sores…
Mouth piercings include piercings of the:
Tongue
Lips
Cheeks
Other areas inside the mouth, like the uvula
Did you know? Mouth piercings can cause:
Infections
Cracked teeth
Damaged gums
Difficulties with keeping your mouth clean
I’d like to get a mouth piercing. How can I keep…
Taking care of your teeth is important!
Regular dental care helps prevent gum disease and tooth decay in your mouth. Dental professionals (like dentists and dental hygienists) work with you to help keep your mouth healthy by cleaning your teeth, looking inside your mouth, and teaching you…
Mouth injuries are common when playing sports; but there are ways you can prevent them. A mouth guard can protect you from mouth injuries and concussions by absorbing the impact. That’s why it’s important to wear a mouth guard if you’re playing any sports.
How can I protect my teeth with a mouth…
It is important to establish good oral health habits early. Poor oral health can impact a child’s ability to socialize, receive proper nutrition, sleep, and learn. Ultimately, oral health has an impact on overall health and overall, poor oral health can contribute to many health problems, including…
Since coming onto the market in the mid-2000s, e-cigarette use, or vaping, has grown at an explosive rate, especially among non-smokers and youth. While the e-cigarette landscape continues to evolve quickly, people often have more questions than answers about vaping products.
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If you smoke or vape, your lungs could be more susceptible to a respiratory illness, such as COVID-19. People who smoke or vape are more likely to have pre-existing conditions, a compromised immune system and poorer lung health. As a result, they are more susceptible to contracting the virus…
Radon is an invisible, odourless radioactive gas that can be found in homes across Canada. It is produced naturally in the ground as uranium breaks down. The resulting gas can seep through cracks in the foundation, pipe openings, sump pits, and other openings into your home. Although it is present…
In Ontario, 4 out of 5 people are non-smokers. The Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) wants to make that 5 out of 5. Our role is to support and develop local programs to decrease the harmful effects of smoking, vaping and commercial tobacco.
We do that through a variety of approaches,…
Tooth decay (cavities) in baby (primary) teeth is the most common chronic disease affecting children in Canada. Healthy teeth and gums are important as a child grows to help them develop good speech, healthy eating habits, good social skills and to keep a place for adult teeth as they grow in.
The…
Welcome to NWQuit.com! Quitting commercial tobacco use (like smoking, chew, etc.) is one of the best things you can do for your health and for yourself. Are you looking to make a change? Click your community name on the left to find out where you can get help to quit.
If you…