Dental Health Week (DHW) is the Australian Dental Association’s (ADA) major annual oral health campaign.
According to the Australian Dental Association (ADA) (2021):
- 75% adults rarely or never floss or clean between their teeth.
- 1 in 5 adults brush only once per day.
- 39% of parents report their children drink 2 – 5 soft drinks per week.
- 2 in 3 adults usually visit the dentist for a problem rather than a regular check-up.
- 47% of adults (18+ years) consume too much sugar.
The ADA aims to deliver 4 key messages for the 2021 campaign:
- Brush teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
- Clean between your teeth daily using floss or interdental brushes.
- Eat a healthy, balanced diet and limit added sugar intake.
- Visit the dentist regularly for check-ups and preventive care (usually every 6-12 months or otherwise advised by your dentist);