Cavities and periodontal disease are the main diseases associated with a poor oral hygiene: according to the World Health Organization, around 60% of school-aged children have cavities. On next March 14, Patrícia Lameirão and Helena Figueiredo , specialists in Dental Medicine at Hospital da Luz Vila Real, will devote the day to receive children and parents in a special consultation of assessment and education in oral hygiene . A good oral hygiene is key for the prevention of dental cavities, and parents play a decisive role at this level. In these consultations, our dentists will start by making an assessment of the child’s teeth. Then, the child and parents will learn more about the best practice: How many times a day should teeth be washed and how to do it properly; The importance of dental floss; What type of toothbrush and paste should be used and how much fluoride. The children that have a good oral hygiene are more likely to have a healthy permanent dentition in adults. On March 14, bring your child to Hospital da Luz Vila Real! Consultation schedule: from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Appointment scheduling: by phone 259 043 970 Special rates
