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Posted on 11/15/2018 by Thomas Wold, DMD |
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 Did you know that your oral health is a huge clue to the state of your overall wellness? Many people do not realize the relationship between a healthy set of teeth and gums and their general wellbeing. The fact is, however, that failure to take care of your mouth can lead to a list of complications in your body, negatively impacting your health. Taking time to brush and floss isn't just about having a pretty smile - it can also help prevent problems like diabetes, heart attack, and stroke! The Relationship Between Your Oral Health and Your General HealthYou could be suffering from gum disease and not even know it. Your mouth is teeming with bacteria, with some of them helpful but many more harmful. Early signs of gum disease include:
Taking care of your gums is as easy as brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing nightly, but for many of us, this important part of our healthcare regimen falls to the wayside. Failure to take care of your dental health can be quite dangerous, leading to the following issues:
In addition to taking good care of your teeth and gums, you also need to schedule routine dental appointments with cleanings at our office to help protect both your oral and your general health. If it's been longer than six months since your last appointment, give us a call today to schedule your exam and take measures to preserve your overall wellbeing! |
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