Mass pamphlet distribution programme held
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 30 2023:
In connection with the celebration of National Pedodontist Day and Children's Day (Week), the Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Dental College, RIMS, Imphal organised a mass pamphlet distribution programme in various parts of the Imphal city today.
The programme was conducted under the supervision of Dr Wairokpam Bhoomika Devi, Associate Professor, Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Dental College, RIMS Imphal.
As part of the event, an oral health screening, treatment and awareness camp was also organised at the Relief Camp opened in Government Dance College, Palace Compound, Imphal.
A team of doctors carried out dental check-ups for children & adults, and performed pit & fissure sealants applications.
Demonstration of proper brushing techniques, skit play, and awareness session on the importance of oral health and its relationship with diet, lifestyle & systemic health were the other highlights of the event.
The programme culminated with a pledge taking ceremony for children to keep their mouth healthy and incorporate a healthy diet & lifestyle.
Gifts, toys, stationery items, clothes, medicines, toothbrushes, toothpastes, mouthwashes, etc were also distributed to the children.