Dental professionals agree that your oral health is strongly linked to your overall health. This makes it imperative to visit your dentist on the recommended sixth month basis. At these routine checkups, your dentist can reveal areas of concern that you may not even know you have. Not all oral health conditions are obvious. Silent threats to your oral health, such as beginning stages gum disease, small areas of decay or minor cracks in your teeth, can greatly compromise your total body health if not treated in a timely manner. Evidence of excess plaque buildup and harmful bacteria can absolutely affect more than your smile.
Is your mouth clean? Or are you at risk for the following:
Heart Disease and Stroke
Multiple studies suggest that when plaque and bacteria are allowed to accumulate in our mouths, the risk for dangerous inflammation elsewhere in the body is increased. Gum disease is an infection that can enter the bloodstream. It has proven to be directly linked to clogged arteries, stroke, and heart disease. (more…)