Despite the significant reduction in smoking rates across NSW, tobacco remains the largest cause of preventable disease and death in NSW.

As dental health professionals, we not only play a key role in identifying oral health issues associated with smoking; we also hold a vital role in discussing the importance of quitting smoking with those at risk, and we have the opportunity to make a real difference.

ADA NSW are excited to be partnering with the Cancer Institute NSW as part of their One Small Step – One Big Difference campaign, aiming to support the dental health community by providing further support to patients through referral to the NSW Quitline.

The NSW Quitline is a free, evidence-based service that can help you further support patients, as it almost doubles their chances of quitting smoking successfully.

Making a NSW Quitline referral is simple, with easily accessible resources that you can complete in a matter of minutes.

It’s just one small step that can make a big difference to the health and lives of your patients, and help reduce preventable tobacco-related disease in our communities.

Visit www.cancerinstitute.org.au/quitline-referral for further information.