NHS Borders Oral Health Promotion

11/06/2026

As Smile Month 2026 comes to an end, let's remember that oral health is essential to overall health 🦷💙
Remember to:
🦷Brush teeth and gums with a fluoride toothpaste, twice a day for two minutes.
🦷 Limit sugary food and drinks to mealtimes.
🦷 Register with a dentist and visit as often as advised.
Let's keep sharing these important messages and supporting healthy smiles all year round 😁

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

This week we will be attending SBC What Matters Hub at :
Peebles - Costa Coffee High Street, Wednesday 10th June 10am - 3pm.

03/06/2026

🦷 🗓 Dental check-ups keep smiles on track
Dental visits help children build confidence and healthy habits for life.
Regular Dental visits throughout your life help keep your mouth healthy and catch problems early.
Register with a Dentist and visit as often as advised.

01/06/2026

This week we will be attending SBC What Matters Hub at :
⭐️ Newcastleton - Buccleuch House, Tuesday 2nd June 10am - 1pm.
⭐️ Coldstream - Community Larder, Tuesday 2nd June 1.15pm - 4pm
⭐️ Galashiels - Asda Cafe, Wednesday 3rd June 10am - 3pm
⭐️ Eyemouth - Community Centre, Albert Road Thursday 4th June 10am - 2pm.

27/05/2026

🍓🥝🥕🍏 Snack Smart for Super Smiles
Keeping sugary food and drinks to mealtimes can help protect teeth. Sweet treats less often 😁🦷

25/05/2026

🥤➡️🫗🥛Cut the Sugar, Keep the Smile 😁
Choosing milk or water to drink between meals is healthier for our teeth and body. Small sugar swaps can make a big difference 😀

19/05/2026

This week we will be attending SBC What matters Hubs at
Kelso Hub at Mayfield Garden Centre on Wednesday 20th May 10am - 3pm
Hawick Hub at Heart of Hawick on Thursday 21st May 10am - 3pm

19/05/2026

Becky and Emma recently attended Burnfoot Community School
Developing the Young Workforce fortnight. Hopefully they have inspired some future Dentists and Dental Nurses 🦷🦷🌟🌟

18/05/2026

Don't just brush what you can see.......
Cleaning between teeth with floss or interdental brushes can help reach the areas that your toothbrush misses. the future will thank you !🦷🌟