3 Ways to Improve Your Oral Care Routine

Taking good care of your teeth and gums not only gives you a nice smile, it prevents other health complications such as gum disease. Gum disease, or periodontitis, is linked to serious health problems including heart disease, diabetes, low birth weight in infants, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease. The good news is that you can save yourself money and a trip to the doctor by making these three changes to your at-home oral care routine:

How Gum Disease Affects Overall Health: Understanding the Mouth-Body Connection

Preventing heart disease can be as simple as cleaning your teeth every day. More and more research illustrates that periodontitis, also known as gum disease, is linked to many other health problems. That’s why The Dental Medical Convergence is raising awareness about the importance of oral health.

Unlock Managing Early Gum Disease: Protect Your Health Before It Worsens

You may not have any pain or notice any symptoms but still be in the early stages of gum disease, also known as Periodontitis. This kind of disease starts with bacteria in your mouth and could lead to tooth loss and much worse: Heart attacks, strokes and diabetic complications. The good news is that once your dentist tells you about the gum disease, you have an opportunity to make some oral hygiene improvements before things get worse.

Keep on smiling: The link between mental and oral health

Oral health isn’t just connected to your body’s physical health; it’s also connected to your mental health.
Growing research shows that people who have mental health problems also often have dental problems like periodontitis.