5 Benefits That Good Oral Health Have On Your Overall Health
Published on Nov 01 by Daniel Guidera under Dentistry
Good oral health is important.
Oral health has many benefits including a dazzling white smile and fresh breath.
You dental health also has an effect on your overall health.
The 5 benefits described below are just a few of these benefits!
1. Oral Health and Heart Health
If you could help to avoid a life threatening disease just by brushing your teeth, wouldn’t you do it?
Heart disease is one of the number one causes of death in the United States.
It’s fairly common knowledge that gum disease and heart disease are linked.
Taking care of your teeth and maintaining good oral health helps you take care of the rest of your body as well.
Ensuring you floss at least once a day drastically reduces your chances of developing gum disease.
Recent studies have shown that bacteria from gum disease releasing into the body can cause heart disease.
2. Good Habits, Good Health
Daily habits like brushing your teeth can lead to other good habits.
Waking up and making it a habit to exercise, make a healthy breakfast, and brush your teeth will all help make great strides toward improving your overall health.
Certain things you should do every day, like brushing your teeth, start with small steps and performing these tasks one day at a time.
Good habits are passed on- if your children see you brush and floss every day, you’re setting a good example for them to do the same.
3. Teeth Cleaning Foods
All the foods that are good for your teeth are also good for your overall health.
Strengthening calcium and Vitamin-D rich milk, teeth scrubbing apples and carrots, and cleansing water
Calcium and vitamin-D are great for your bones and muscles.
The fiber and nutrients in fresh fruits and vegetables are one of the easiest and best things you can do to ensure total health every day.
4. Healthy Weight
A well-known trick for when you’re trying to lose weight is to serve yourself healthy portions of food and then once you’re finished eating, brush your teeth!
Few people want to ruin the feeling of a good, clean mouth and it will give your body enough time to recognize the “full” signals your brain is sending to your stomach.
Brushing after meals also ensures the bits of food that get stuck between your teeth get cleaned away, allowing less opportunities for cavities to form.
5. Healthier Pregnancy
Not surprisingly, your own health becomes much more crucial when you are carrying a child.
Poor oral health often leads to poor overall health which can be a major problem when you’re pregnant.
When you are pregnant, brushing and flossing daily as well as eating healthy and getting regular exercise are key components to remaining healthy.
Ensure the health of your baby by taking care of your own oral health now!
Daily oral health maintenance paired with professional cleanings every 6 months will help you feel healthier every day.
Is it time for your check up? Schedule an appointment today to get a regular cleaning and check up!