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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/stroke-and-oral-health
19 Mar 2025... This resource explains how stroke affects oral health, making it harder to maintain hygiene and increasing the risk of gum disease and tooth decay. It provides tips for oral care, including brushing techniques and hydration. It also outlines public dental services available for eligible adults in NSW.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/oral-health-healthy-ageing
17 Apr 2025... As you age, maintaining a healthy mouth is vital for your overall health and wellbeing. Healthy teeth and gums contribute to your quality of life by supporting your ability to smile, speak, eat, socialise, and feel confident.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/caring-for-gums-and-teeth-children
04 Jun 2025... The resource explains how to care for gums and teeth and how to brush children's teeth.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/healthy-mouths-for-children-under-5
19 Mar 2025... This resource explains the importance of baby teeth for eating, talking, and appearance. It covers causes of tooth decay, including sugary foods and poor brushing habits, and provides tips for keeping children's teeth healthy. It also outlines free public dental services available for children under 18 in NSW.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/heart-disease-and-oral-health
19 Mar 2025... There is a link between gum disease and heart disease. Bacteria in the mouth can narrow blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attacks. Some medicines can also increase the risk of having gum disease.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/translated-dental-health-fact-sheet
27 Mar 2024... The Australian Dental Association produced translated factsheets on the following topics. Sugary drinks Snacking Oral cancer Gum disease Importance of a medical history First dental visits for children These factsheets can be downloaded in ZIP format and printed for use in all healthcare clinics.Â
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/public-dental-services
Information on dental care, dental care for kids and teens, and specialist dental services.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/oral-cancer-fact-sheet
01 Jun 2022... Oral cancer is a deadly disease that can cause death. This fact sheet has information on signs and symptoms of oral cancer, as well as the common activities that can increase your risk.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/mouth-and-dental-care
31 Dec 2017... Information on how to take care of your child’s teeth and mouth during chemotherapy or a bone marrow transplant. Chemotherapy and radiation are used to destroy cancer cells so that they can no longer divide and grow. Unfortunately, chemotherapy and radiation cannot tell the difference between healthy cells and cancer cells. As a result, some of the healthy cells in the body are also damaged. This can cause a sore mouth.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/how-to-brush
09 Aug 2023... This is a resource with instructions and tips on how to brush your teeth. It includes the NSW Public Dental Service contact number.