It is extremely important for crew to take good care of their teeth while on board the ship and when on land. Alongside brushing teeth in the correct way, regular checkups at the dentist, especially before embarkation, can help to reduce toothache and decay on board.
This guide, which you can view by clicking the view pdf button, gives advice on how to maintain good oral hygiene on board.
This advice is offered to you our Members as part of the Club’s partnership with ISWAN to support their Seafarers Health Information Project (SHIP), an initiative that promotes and distributes health information materials to shipping companies, seafarers’ centres, and direct to seafarers.
The project consists of 10 core topics: food safety, on-board fitness, safe travel, healthy food, malaria, weight control, STI – HIV & Aids, mental care, dental care and skin care. Explore the other topics.