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Put teeth into oral healthcare management
Go beyond treatment to preventive efforts to root out decay that could cause severe illness
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Professor Patrick Finbarr Allen
Our teeth serve the important function of chewing up food to aid digestion and also play a vital role in speech. But they are often considered more important for cosmetic reasons.
There is no doubt that having a nice smile is good for self-confidence and esteem.
