OTS - FDI World Dental Federation launches the Mouth Proud Challenge and asks how do you take care of your oral health?
2022. February 02. 09:00
Geneva, Switzerland, 2 February, 2022 (APA/OTS) - The challenge
unites people in celebration of World Oral Health Day 2022, taking
place on 20 March, by asking people to share fun photos and videos
demonstrating how they look after their oral health for their
happiness and well-being, and inspire others to do the same. - In
celebration of World Oral Health Day 2022, FDI World Dental
Federation (FDI) invites everyone to take part in the
#MouthProudChallenge, and make a personal commitment to prioritize
oral health by capturing the moment with the online #MouthProud
custom poster tool or the Mouth Proud social media filters
(available on Instagram, Facebook).
Individuals can show their commitment to good oral health by
using the #MouthProud frame in a video or picture while, for
example, brushing and flossing properly, cutting out sugary treats,
eating a healthy meal, or visiting the dentist for a check-up. Oral
healthcare professionals can get involved to amplify what they are
already doing: making patients proud of their mouths for a better
quality of life. They can use the frame to demonstrate good oral
hygiene practices, correct toothbrushing techniques or just flash a
natural smile to cheer someone up. Participants are invited to
nominate four friends or colleagues to take part in this digital
movement.
Poor oral health affects nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide
with far-reaching consequences, yet people do not realize how an
unhealthy mouth can have a severe impact on their lives; causing
significant pain and suffering, leading to an impaired quality of
life. Under its three-year "Be Proud of Your Mouth" campaign theme,
FDI hopes to motivate people to value and take care of their mouths
and understand that in doing so, they also help protect their
happiness and well-being. Because the goal of a happy life unites
us all.
''Everyone can take personal action this World Oral Health Day
to help start a new trend for the sake of happiness and
well-being'' says FDI President, Prof. Ihsane Ben Yahya. ''Let's
come together on a global scale to raise awareness, improve
education and spur personal and collective action on the importance
of oral health for all.''
FDI is proud to announce two new partners for the Be Proud of
Your Mouth - for your happiness and well-being campaign: Align
Technology and Dentsply Sirona, who will join FDI's longstanding
and valued partner Unilever in supporting the campaign. In
addition, Listerine® joins Wrigley Oral Healthcare Program as a new
Global Supporter.
''World Oral Health Day would not be possible without the
support of our Global Partners and Supporters. It is only by all
key stakeholders working together that we can hope to protect the
oral health of populations globally" says FDI President, Prof.
Ihsane Ben Yahya.
Get ready to be #MouthProud for your happiness and well-being.
Visit http://www.worldoralhealthday.org and use the wealth of
resources that are freely available. Check out the
https://www.worldoralhealthday.org/mouthproudchallenge page to
learn more about how you can get involved in the
#MouthProudChallenge.
- Picture is available at AP Images (http://www.apimages.com) -
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Media contact
Charanjit Jagait, FDI Communications & Advocacy Director
cjagait@fdiworlddental.org | Tel.: +41 797967613
About World Oral Health Day
Celebrated annually on 20 March, World Oral Health Day (WOHD)
was launched by FDI World Dental Federation to raise global
awareness on the prevention and control of oral diseases.
www.worldoralhealthday.org; #WOHD22 #MouthProud
About FDI World Dental Federation
FDI World Dental Federation serves as the principal
representative body for over one million dentists worldwide. Its
membership includes some 200 national dental associations and
specialist groups in over 130 countries. FDI has the vision of
leading the world to optimal oral health.
https://www.fdiworlddental.org/;
facebook.com/FDIWorldDentalFederation;
https://www.worldoralhealthday.org/; twitter.com/FDIWorldDental;
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fdiworlddentalfederation
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