人家常常說『牙痛不是病，痛起來要人命』。在台灣街上牙科診所如雨後春筍般設立，就醫資源可以說是非常方便。但對於醫療資源較為缺乏的地區，該怎麼辦呢？今天邀請到了臺北醫學大學牙醫系大五的承鍇至節目當中，分享今年暑假聯合許多從業牙醫師，到尼泊爾進行義診及口腔衛教的宣導。作為副隊長的他，在執行過程會發生什麼樣的事情呢？
English for fun：
主題：口腔衛生對於健康的重要性 (Why Oral Hygiene Is Crucial to Your Overall Health)
你清潔牙齒的目的是什麼呢？僅僅是為了預防蛀牙嗎？研究指出口腔的整潔和其他身體健康有著不可忽視的關聯，今天讓我們一起一探究竟吧！
Gum disease has been associated with a range of health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and more.
The inside of your mouth is the perfect place for bacteria to thrive: It’s dark, it’s warm, it’s wet and the foods and drinks you consume provide nutrients for them to eat.
Of all the associations between oral health and disease, the one with the most evidence is between periodontal disease and diabetes.
Some research also suggests that better oral hygiene practices are linked with lower rates of heart disease.
Researchers found that those who regularly brushed their teeth and received regular dental cleanings were less likely to have cardiovascular events.
It’s important to be just as diligent about your oral health as you are with exercise or diet or any other aspect of well-being.
gum (N.) 牙齦
diabetes (N.) 糖尿病
thrive (V.) 生長茁壯
consume (V.) 攝入；吃、喝
hygiene (N.) 衛生情況
dental (Adj.) 牙齒的
diligent (Adj.) 勤奮的