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  HOW TO START TOBACCO CESSATION SERVICES  TARGETS :   Specific targets -  Current smokers  Current SLT users  Families of these people   General targets-  All non smokers  School children  College children  Women   Aim is to make current users quit and to keep others from getting into the vicious cycle of tobacco PLANNING   Infrastructure One room for OPD services including computer. Staff recruitment Doctor Counseller Social worker Computer operator Attendent Location Well connected with road and public transport. Pre launch publicity Focus should be drawn towards school and college students. Launch and post launch publicity Pubicity of the clinic should b done on a continious basis so that it continues to attract people. EQUIPMENTS REQUIRED- • Educational material • Computer • Breath CO analyzer • Telephone connection • Kit for measuring saliva and urine cotinine levels • Medicines • Contact with alcohol de-addiction centres. OFFICE ENVIORMENT - • Create smoke free enviorment
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How Stress Affects Your Oral Health

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How Stress Affects Your Oral Health

Stress can affect your oral health in a number of ways:



  • Jaw issues -disorders of the jaw joint or chewing muscles. These can cause pain around the ear or face.
  • Teeth grinding -This can happen during the day, especially when you're concentrating, or at night.
  • Poor oral hygiene-caused by a lack of good brushing and flossing. If you're too busy or forget to keep up with your dental hygiene, you can wind up with tooth decay and gum disease.
  • Cold sores-which are caused by the herpes simplex virus HSV-1. Cold sores are often triggered by dental treatment, stress and sunlight.
  • Oral infections or sores-which may show up as ulcers, white lines, or white or red spots. These can be brought on by stress.
  • Decreased immune response-caused by stress, which can lead to periodontal (gum) disease.

Reduce your symptoms 

follow these steps to get relief for painful oral symptoms:

  • Talk to your dentist about treatment options.
  • Address teeth grinding by asking your dentist about getting a custom-fitted night guard. It can be worn at night to prevent tooth damage caused from grinding and clenching. The night guard also creates a cushion to remove stress on your aching muscles and joint tissues.

  • Avoid hard or crunchy foods when you’re in pain.

  • Don't cope with tobacco and alcohol. These products can make your oral symptoms worse.
  • Manage pain through gentle massage, physical therapy or pain relief medications.

  • Ask about prescription medications. Anti-inflammatory drugs can help inflammation of the jaw joint. Antiviral drugs may prevent cold sores.

  • Avoid the sun or use a sunscreen with at least an SPF of 30 to help reduce cold sores.
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