Why Plaque Matters For Your Dental Health
Dental plaque is the source of many of our oral health problems and may affect other areas of your body as well, including your heart, according to the findings of certain new research.
Plaque is a soft layer of bacteria that builds up as a film in our mouths, usually on the teeth, as the oral bacteria feed on sugars left behind by the food we eat or the soda we drink. The more sugar is available, the faster plaque builds up, with several negative effects on your oral and general health.
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Oral Health and the Economy
As the economy continues to freefall, people are scrambling to find ways to save money. While becoming a smart shopper can help, one of the least appreciated ways of putting away some extra crash in a tight economy is maintaining a healthy mouth.
As the saying goes: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Perhaps the saying should be: “An ounce of toothpaste and dental floss is worth $5,000 in dental procedures avoided”. That’s because not only are dental procedures like root canals and periodontal disease surgery are extremely costly, but mostly preventable.
Fluoride and Dentistry
Dentists agree: fluoride is one of the most important aspects of oral hygiene. So much so that fluoride has been hailed as one of the primary reasons for significantly reduced rates of tooth decay in the industrialized world. In fact, the Center For Disease Control recently hailed the mass fluoridation of water as: “”one of 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century” –right up there with vaccinations and the reduction of infectious disease.How Fluoride Works
Scientists now understand that fluoride works on a number of levels to help create stronger and more resilient teeth –slashing the risk of cavities and tooth decay.
Beyond Teeth: Gum Health Crucial For Overall Health
Many scientists now consider your mouth a window into your health. While teeth are the most visible part of the mouth, gums tend to be a more precise indicator of health. That’s because gum disease, known as periodontal disease, is now linked to a number of health conditions –many of which are nowhere near the mouth.
What Is Periodontal Disease?
You’ve probably heard of periodontal disease as gum disease or gingivitis. Periodontal disease is excessive inflammation in the gums that ultimately degrade surrounding tissue. In the long term, gum disease can cause excessive pain, tooth loss, and jaw bone damage. However, scientists now see periodontal disease as a warning sign, or maybe even a contributor of, chronic disease.
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