Poor oral health could lead to complications – Dr Ibiyemi

By Fasilat Lawal

People are advised to take proper care of their oral health to avoid their mouths becoming infected with bacteria that could lead to life-threatening complications.

A consultant, who is a community dentist at University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan, Dr Olusola Ibiyemi who gave the advice while speaking on the occasion of this year’s Oral Health Day, pointed out that poor oral health could heat up the teeth, gum and bone of the mouth leading to serious health challenges.

Dr Ibiyemi also highlighted the symptoms of poor oral health care to include bad breath which could lead to low self-esteem and discomfort to whoever perceives the breath.

Speaking on this year’s theme, “A Happy Mouth Is a Happy Body”, Dr Ibiyemi emphasized that the mouth as a gateway to the body should be in good condition for other parts of the body to be healthy.

The medical expert advised people to brush their teeth twice daily and eat fruits to protect the soft tissues in the mouth.

Similarly, a dentist, Dr Omowumi Femi-Akinlosotu enjoined mothers to monitor and nurture their children’s oral health care and give them a balanced diet and fruits to aid the development of their teeth.

Some residents of Ibadan who spoke to Radio Nigeria urged the government to tackle the nation’s economic challenges as prices of oral items such as tubes of toothpaste and brushes have increased, leading to them to the use local chewing sticks which has several benefits.

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