Reaching the unreached-a rural community dental visit

The students posted in the Department of Public Health Dentistry of Chettinad Dental College,Kelambakkam, enthusiastically celebrated World Oral Health Day, following the guidelines and theme provided by the official World Oral Health Day platform. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and its connection to overall health.

Various activities were conducted, including oral health education sessions, interactive demonstrations on proper brushing techniques, and awareness campaigns highlighting the prevention of common dental diseases.Staff and students actively participated in spreading key messages about tobacco cessation, healthy dietary habits, and regular dental check-ups.

Creative initiatives such as printable posters, patient engagement activities, and oral health education were also organized to effectively communicate oral health messages to the public. The celebration emphasized the importance of preventive care and encouraged individuals to take responsibility for their oral health.

Overall, the event was an effort in promoting oral health awareness and reinforcing the global message of achieving a *Healthy mouth for a healthy life*