South Otago High School
Is your Teen enrolled for free dental care? Top Tips To Remember - Keep your smile healthy for life
From Year 9 onwards, your Teen will see a participating Dental Provider for their dental care in most areas.
This remains FREE until they turn 18 even if they have left school.
Please contact us for help to enrol your Teen and a list of participating Dental Providers in your area
Top Tips To Remember - Keep your smile healthy for life
1. Have you enrolled with a local dentist?
Make sure you continue to get free routine dental care until you turn 18. Take charge and make an appointment for your check-up each year.
2.Brush teeth and gums twice every day with fluoride toothpaste
Plaque is always growing - regular brushing helps to remove plaque to keep your teeth strong. For sweet as breath, remember to brush your tongue and floss daily too!
3. Spit out your toothpaste and leave your mouth unrinsed
This lets the fluoride in the remaining toothpaste sit around your mouth for longer and work its magic to really help protect your teeth.
4. Eat and drink for strong teeth
Go for healthy, tooth-friendly options like unsweetened dairy products, nuts, wholegrains, beans, meat, fruit and vegetables. Save any sugary foods and drinks for meal times only.
5. Snack all day, get tooth decay!
Each time you eat, your teeth are weakened for a short time afterwards. Eating main meals, rather than constantly snacking, helps your teeth to stay strong as they are weakened less often.
