National Smile Month runs until June 18 and is a UK-wide campaign to promote oral health.

Dentists and other Health Professionals, Schools, Community and Workplace Groups across the country are all encouraged to get involved in whatever way they can by running events, promotions and activities.

How is Kilbarchan Dental Practice getting involved in National Smile Month and Lilias Day?

Here at Kilbarchan Practice we will be supporting this worthwhile initiative in a number of ways.

To tie in with Kilbarchan’s Lilias Day on Saturday 6 June we are delighted to be a sponsor of the event. We will also be running a stall on the day with lots of goodie bags and members of our team on hand to give you information about dental health and to answer any queries about the practice. Kids up to the age of seven can also take part in our Lilias Day Toothbrush Exchange – drop off your old toothbrush at our practice in the morning or at our Lilias Day stall in the afternoon and we’ll replace it with a new one absolutely free! Remember toothbrushes should be replaced every 3 months anyway!

You can also enter our Facebook competition to think of a local place or street that has a dental link – no matter how tenuous (ie. “Smile Street”). Our favourite suggestion will receive a goodie bag.

If your group or organisation would like to get involved in National Smile Month visit the website at www.nationalsmilemonth.org 

What are the main aims and key messages of National Smile Month?

The Main Messages of National Smile Month are:

• Brush your teeth last thing at night and on at least one other occasion with a fluoride toothpaste.
• Cut down on how often you have sugary foods and drinks.
• Visit your dentist regularly, as often as they recommend.

If you would like to find out more about dental health and hygiene, come and see us at Kilbarchan Dental Practice or at our stall on Lilias Day, call us on 01505 704969 or click www.kilbarchandental.co.uk where you’ll find lots of free tips and advice.