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Why Is Oral Hygiene So Vital? 

proadAccountId-13384 • January 16, 2019

The Importance of Taking Care of Your Teeth

Oral Hygiene

It comes to no surprise that there is a reason why we are told at a young age that taking care of your teeth is extremely important for healthy teeth. Taking care of your teeth not only affects your oral health but your entire body. People at an early age should develop good practices, have regular dental visits, brush regularly, floss, and watch what you are eating. When you take care of your teeth the right way, it can be beneficial to your health as a whole.


Healthy Teeth – Even though genetics can play a big role if you get cavities or not when you brush regularly and receive the preventative dental care you can keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brushing your teeth removes the plaque that causes tooth decay and it also assists in preventing gum disease.


Disease Detection – When you go to the dentist regularly, about every 6 months, your dentist can detect a whole lot more than just cavities from looking at your mouth. There are several diseases that can be discovered just from a thorough dental examination.


Disease Prevention – For infections that start in the mouth, it can potentially lead to even worse health concerns. For instance, if one has gingivitis, it can lead to periodontitis. Periodontitis is a more serious infection that can cause tooth loss. Also, infections that start in the mouth have been linked to other complications or diseases such as asthma, arthritis, stroke, etc.

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