Many people know the struggle of trying to juggle daily life.
Going to work, getting the kids up in time and, of course, maintaining good hygiene. Studies have shown that when comparing either brushing their teeth or washing their hair, more people with skip the former in the morning. Yikes!
Good oral health can offer so much more than a good-looking smile and this article will explore why it is well worth seeing your teeth and gums as a long-term investment in yourself!
Keeps Your Teeth And Gums Healthy
If you have good oral hygiene, you will have healthy teeth and gums, unless you have a bad brushing technique!
Having health teeth and gums will ensure that you can smile with confidence and will also lower the chance of you getting cavities and dental abscesses, which is always a good thing. Remember, gum disease (if untreated) can cause your teeth to fall out, so, if you suspect you are having issues with your oral health, book yourself in to see Direct Dental private dentist in Wandsworth for a check-up.
Lowers Risk of Disease
When someone has untreated gum disease, the bacteria can get into the bloodstream. Once there, it produces a protein that causes the blood to become thick, upping the chance of clots, and starving the heart of oxygen. This is why gum disease is linked to heart disease, cancer, and an increased risk of strokes. In relation to cancer, data has shown that women who were post-menopausal and who also had a history of periodontal disease were around 14% more likely to develop cancer or the breast, the lungs, the gall bladder, and the skin.
Also, there is evidence to suggest that if you have gum disease, you are a higher chance of developing diabetes. Not as serious as cancer, but hey, it’s still bad!
Reduces The Risk Of Alzheimer’s
If you have healthy teeth and gums, you are around 70% less likely to develop Alzheimer’s, when compared to those who have had long-term gum disease. This is thought to be due to inflammation in the brain caused by bacteria leaking through, as well as the link between said bacteria and plaques forming in brain tissue. MRI scans have found that those who have Alzheimer’s have a higher concentration of plaques in their brain, so, it may be worth booking that dental check-up soon, rather than skipping it!
Healthy Kids!
Research has found a direct link between the oral health of a pregnant woman and the birth of the baby. Indeed, 18% of premature, low birth weight babies were born to women who have untreated dental issues in pregnancy, such as decay and gum disease. This is thought to be because plaque in the mouth of a mother who has gum disease can get into the blood stream and then the umbilical cord, which can increase the chance of issues like placental abruption. So, if you are looking to have healthy kids, it is worth visiting your dentist for a check-up!
