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Namibia: Watch your mouth – News

Namibia: Watch your mouth – News

Africa Links 24 with Puyeipawa Nakashole
Published on 2026-04-01 14:07:25

Poor oral hygiene linked to several diseases

WINDHOEK-based dentist Kagiso Moloi says the mouth is the gateway to the body, calling on Namibians to prioritise oral hygiene to maintain overall health.

March is Oral Health Month, expanding on World Oral Health Day, which is observed annually on 20 March.

“Oral bacteria, particularly when accumulated as plaque, cause common infections like dental cavities and gingivitis or early gum disease.

“These bacteria can enter the…

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