World Oral Health Day was observed today on theme, “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Body” at the Bharat Nirman Rajeev Gandhi Sewa Kendra in Mawdiangdiang.
The programme was attended by dental surgeons from various facilities of East Khasi Hills district, school students, staff from Mawryngkneng Block and executive members of Dorbar Shnong Mawkasiang.
Oral screening and distribution of gifts was part of the programme as well as a health talk and awareness on the importance of oral health by Dental officer of NEIGRIHMS, Dr N. Kharumnuid.
Dental surgeon of Smit PHC, Dr I. Mylliemngap, Dr B. Kanti, District Nodal Officer of NOHP and NTCP, East Khasi Hills Distric, Dr F.V.Kharshiing DHS, MCH & FW and Dr S.Lyngdoh, DMHO and others were also present during the programme.