Good oral and dental hygiene can help prevent bad breath, tooth decay and gum disease -- and can help you keep your teeth as you get older.
An unhealthy mouth, especially if you have gum disease, may increase your risk of serious health problems such as heart attack, stroke, poorly-controlled diabetes and preterm labor.
An comprehensive eye exam will help to detect any eye problems or diseases at their early stages when they're most treatable. A vision screening and eye exam are NOT the same thing!
What Can I Try?
Visit a dentist every six months for a cleaning and/or exam.
See your eye doctor yearly for a comprehensive exam.
Who Can Help?
Dentists:
Ely Family Dental Crystal Chopp, DDS 40 N 1st Ave E Ely, MN 218-365-3565
Ely Community Health Center 33 E Chapman St. Ely, MN 218-365-5678
Scenic Rivers Health Services Tower Dental Clinic 415 N 2nd Street, Suite 2 Tower, MN 218-753-6061
Eye Clinics:
Ely Vision Center 38 E Harvey St Ely, MN 218-365-4919
Need More Help?
If you are unsure of what to do next and need more help, contact Pathways to Wellness at 218-365-7929 to be connected with a Care Facilitator.