What are the long term benefits of providing quality dental care for school age students?
Kids exposed to quality dental care are proud of their teeth and smiles. Higher self-esteem means greater confidence in all aspects of school and life. The habits that children learn through the Program are brought home to their families and, over time, to their own children. This helps “break the chain of dental disease.” Students who have been through our Program are more likely to pursue dental careers, which can help ease the dental shortage and, in turn, provide more high-quality care for communities. • OHIP has made a commitment to provide scholarships and other ways to give back to the community.
