A Healthy Mouth is a Gateway to a Healthy Body

If you’re someone who takes good care of your smile to preserve its appearance, you may not even realize that you get significant health benefits from good oral hygiene habits and adequate professional dental care. Your oral health and your overall wellness prosper when you take proper care of your teeth and gums.

Did you know that research has demonstrated some relationship between oral diseases, such as gum disease, and systemic conditions like heart disease and diabetes? The inflammation that occurs in both gum disease and other medical issues is likely the culprit that underlies that link. Additionally, infections that develop in the interior areas of the teeth can easily access the bloodstream and spread throughout the rest of the body, with the potential to cause sepsis.

The first step in keeping your mouth as healthy as possible is to brush and floss thoroughly each day. You should be brushing your teeth twice each day, in the morning and again at night, and doing so for two minutes each session. Daily flossing will help to disrupt plaque accumulation along the gumline, reducing exposure of the gum tissue to harmful bacteria.

However, even if you never miss a day of your oral hygiene routine, you still need to see your dentist every six months for cleanings and check-ups. This routine care also goes a long way to promoting your oral health and general health. A dental hygienist is able to thoroughly clean your teeth and reach areas of your smile that it’s tough for you to access on your own.

Additionally, when your dentist is checking your teeth and gums twice a year, it’s easier to detect any problems in the earliest stages, when they can be treated readily.

Are you striving to keep your smile and body as healthy as possible? Make sure to prioritize adequate dental care at home and from professionals. Call us to ask any questions you may have about your oral hygiene regimen or to schedule a time to come see us for a cleaning or checkup.