Connection between Oral Health and overall health! 

Research shows and suggests that your oral health and general health are interrelated. On one side, a healthy mouth can save you from medical problems, on the other hand unhealthy and poor oral hygiene can cause you general health problems. As we all know, we should brush, floss and see our dentist for regular dental check-ups to make sure we have optimum oral health. Do you know that your oral health is directly connected to your entire body well-being?  To know more in detail on this topic, here is a link to Australian Dental Association and Dental Health Services Victoria.

• Gum Disease and tooth decay- Researches have proved that people with gum-disease or periodontitis are more likely to have heart disease. People with gum disease have inflammation in their gum tissue and bacteria produce toxins that go down in the blood stream through normal chewing and brushing.
• Tobacco use– Smoking results in bad breath, stained teeth and increases your chances of developing mouth and lung cancer.
• Diet–  A diet high in sugars and acids increases your risk of cavities and your general health concerns like Diabetes and Obesity.
• Poor oral hygiene habits– Not brushing your teeth regularly and on right time, not flossing regularly and building up of plaque on teeth.

 Are your health issues interfering with your oral health?

• Pregnancy– Bacteria from your mouth release harmful toxins which are passed on to your baby through the bloodstream. Periodontitis is a serious gum-disease, studies have shown that it links to premature birth and low birth weight.
• Cardiovascular disease– the harmful bacteria in your mouth can enter your blood stream and can cause infection or inflammation. Infection caused by oral bacteria are closely related to heart disease.
• Diabetes– If you have diabetes you are already on higher risk of getting gum-disease. Diabetes reduces the body’s resistance to infection. Bacteria from gum disease can produce toxins which can in result in increased insulin levels and glucose levels. Studies have also proved that controlling your diabetes can improve your general dental health dramatically.
• Medications – As we all know number of prescription or non-prescription medications taken for health problems can cause oral health complications. How this will affect your oral health depends on type of drugs ( anti-depressants, diuretics and antihistamines and duration of medication. That’s why it is important to inform your dentist of any changes in your medication and medical history.
• Respiratory Disease-There is higher chance of inhaling harmful bacteria from your mouth into your lungs. These bacteria can cause infection and significant health problems.

 Five steps to keep your oral health on the track:)

• Brush twice a day
• Floss daily
• Eat a healthy balanced diet
• Avoid smoking and tobacco use
• Visit your Dentist regularly

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us to schedule time with our experienced gentle dentist Dr Singh.

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