Ways Your Dental Health Affects You
Everyone knows how important brushing and flossing their teeth is. Not only does caring for the teeth and gums help a person keep their teeth for a lifetime, but it also helps them maintain healthy bodies. In this article, we will discuss the importance of good dental health and its effects on a person’s mouth as well as their bodies. A person’s dental health can also affect their overall health as well as their confidence and possibly their social life.
Now it may seem a little odd to suggest that a person’s dental health can affect other areas of their life. What is meant by this is, when a person has poor dental health they may become self-conscious about their smile, even their breath. This may hold them back from pursuing relationships or certain careers.
When the teeth and gums are neglected, several things can occur. As a person eats and drinks throughout the day, bacteria, saliva, and other debris combine to form plaque. Plaque is a white sticky film filled with bacteria. The bacteria begin to eat away at the teeth and if this is not removed, it can cause gum disease and eventually bone loss.
If the teeth and gums are not properly treated, the erosion of the teeth will continue to progress eventually leading to infection in the mouth and tooth loss. When a person has missing teeth they are less likely to smile. This will begin to affect a person’s overall self-esteem. When a person has bacteria in their mouth, decay, or gum disease they may also experience bad breath or halitosis. This too can be embarrassing and can affect how a person’s ability to socialize.
Poor dental health can cause severe dental health problems. Bacteria and infection left in the mouth can eventually find their way into the bloodstream and cause inflammation and infection to spread to other parts of the body. Poor dental health has been connected to several health problems such as:
* Heart disease
* Diabetes
* Respiratory infection
* Dementia
* Infertility
* Problems during pregnancy
* Kidney disease
* Erectile dysfunction
* Rheumatoid arthritis
* Cancer
Infection in any parts of the body is not good and should be addressed immediately by a professional. However, a person shouldn’t feel discouraged or fear that they are doomed to develop dental problems. There are ways to prevent poor dental health. Preventing dental problems like tooth decay, gum disease, and bone loss can be achieved by:
* Brushing 2 to 3 times a day
* Flossing once a day
* Avoiding tobacco products
* Eating healthy
* Cutting down on sugary beverages
* Using a soft toothbrush
* Seeing a dentist for regular cleanings and checkups
At Prescott Dental Arts we stress the importance of good dental health and work to educate our patients on its importance as well. Each patient seen at our Prescott Arizona office will be taught how to properly care for their teeth. We make sure our patients receive the best care and focus on preventing problems by making sure each patient is scheduled for regular cleanings and checkups. This helps our doctor and his team detect problems before they progress and cause additional issues. If you are interested in learning more about how to care for your dental health contact Prescott Dental Arts today.
Call us at (928) 445-8980
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1787 Willow Creek Rd.
Prescott, AZ 86301
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