Dental Hygiene is Important for Your Whole Body

premier • November 5, 2019

Do you practice good dental hygiene for the health of your mouth as well as your whole body? We have all heard about gum disease or periodontal disease, which can cause significant issues with your gums, your breath, and even your teeth. Did you know that periodontal disease can also lead to other problems in your body? It includes damage to your major organs such as your heart, your digestive system, and even your brain.

Poor Hygiene Results

Let’s take a look at some of the issues that can result from poor oral hygiene.

  • Oral Pain –  This can include bleeding gums, dental cavities, and loss of teeth.
  • Digestive Problems –  A healthy mouth is key to the chemical and physical start of digestion. Problems such as irritable bowel syndrome and intestinal failure can develop when the digestive process doesn’t function properly.
  • Heart Issues – Endocarditis is a dangerous infection in the inner lining of the heart. It occurs when bacteria come from other parts of the body and move through the bloodstream. The bacteria then attaches to the heart. Bacteria in the blood can also worsen atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), which can lead to stroke or further heart complications.
  • Poorly Controlled Diabetes –  Diabetes can increase your risk of developing gum disease. In turn, infections from gum disease can make controlling blood sugar harder.
  • Reproductive issues –  Erectile dysfunction has a link to poor dental health. There is a significant tie to periodontitis and subnormal sperm count. Severe gum disease can increase the risk of giving birth to a low birth weight baby, as well as the increased risk of preterm delivery.
  • Respiratory disease –  Gum disease can increase the risk of respiratory infections such as pneumonia and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

What Can I Do?

Your dental professional will help you to keep your mouth in great shape. Your dentist watches for developments that could point to other health issues. Make sure to provide them with a complete medical history and let them know about any new health developments. Regular dental exams help you keep an eye on the health of your entire body.

At home, good dental health is a combination of proper daily maintenance. It includes brushing your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes and flossing daily to remove plaque in places that brushing can’t reach effectively. It’s also essential for your mouth and your body to eat a healthy diet to get the necessary nutrients that will help prevent gum disease. Finally, avoiding cigarettes and smokeless tobacco, which are known to contribute to gum disease and oral cancer, will help you to live a healthy life.

Please let us know  if we can answer any questions for you. We want to help you make your dental care a priority.

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