Principal Dr I.K. Pandit and faculty members during the Oral Hygiene Day awareness programme at DAV Dental College, Yamunanaga
Principal Dr I.K. Pandit highlights the importance of healthy teeth for overall well-being; experts promote preventive oral care and regular dental check-ups
Yamunanagar| Pen of Democracy News Desk
DAV Dental College, Yamunanagar, observed World Oral Hygiene Day with a comprehensive awareness programme aimed at promoting the importance of oral health and preventive dental care among students and the public.
The event focused on encouraging healthy oral hygiene practices and spreading awareness about the long-term benefits of maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
Principal Dr I.K. Pandit, who attended the programme as the chief guest, said Oral Hygiene Day is observed every year on August 1 in honour of Dr G.B. Shankwalkar, a pioneer in the field of periodontics in India.
He said the occasion serves as an important reminder that good oral hygiene is closely linked to overall health and quality of life.
Dr Pandit noted that DAV Dental College, in collaboration with Rotary Club, regularly organises free dental check-up camps, street plays and educational seminars to create awareness about oral health in the community.
He stressed that proper brushing, gum care and routine dental examinations should become an integral part of everyone’s daily lifestyle.
“Healthy teeth are the foundation of a healthy life. If children develop proper oral hygiene habits at an early age, they can avoid many dental problems later in life,” he said, urging parents and teachers to encourage preventive dental care from childhood.
Head of the Department of Periodontology Dr Nifia Pandit delivered an interactive session on the correct brushing technique, the importance of flossing and tongue cleaning.
She also highlighted the harmful effects of tobacco chewing and smoking on oral tissues, warning that these habits significantly increase the risk of serious oral diseases, including oral cancer.
She advised people to brush their teeth twice daily and undergo regular dental examinations to detect problems at an early stage.
According to her, awareness and timely intervention remain the most effective tools in preventing oral diseases.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Shalini Guglani said changing lifestyles, unhealthy eating habits and increased sugar consumption have contributed to a sharp rise in dental problems across all age groups.
She emphasised that adopting healthy habits and maintaining proper oral hygiene are essential for preventing tooth decay and gum disease.
The awareness programme concluded with an appeal to students and members of the public to make oral hygiene a lifelong habit.
Faculty members, intern doctors and a large number of students actively participated in the event, reaffirming their commitment to promoting better oral health in society.
