Have you ignored that piece of food stuck in your teeth since yesterday assuming it may go on its own? It is time to act on it. As much as oral health is important, many of us take it for granted. While brushing our teeth is usually assumed to be the main task, even that is more often than not done properly leading to a variety of issues. While this is only one of the aspects of oral health, doctors say not maintaining hygiene can have severe repercussions in the long run leading to various diseases and sicknesses. 

Every year, World Oral Health Day has been observed on March 20 since 2013, to raise awareness about the issues around oral health and the importance of oral hygiene in our daily lives. The theme from 2024 - 2026 is ‘A Happy Mouth is a Happy Body’, to emphasise on the need for good oral health to ensure a healthy body. It serves as an annual reminder for people to focus on their oral health to ensure a healthy lifestyle that goes beyond the teeth and gums.