Why a Healthy Smile?

A healthy smile isn’t just esthetically pleasing but is connected to your overall health. Regular preventative scaling intervals are necessary to sustain your general well-being. Prevention is key.

Untreated periodontal disease (gum disease) has been linked to systemic conditions such as cardiovascular disease (heart attacks and strokes), certain cancers, diabetes, respiratory issues including Covid-19 and low birth weight babies because of preterm births in pregnant women. Recent studies are now researching the link between Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Bleeding gums is a warning sign of periodontal issues. If someone has 4mm and above periodontal pockets, the bacteria in these deep crevices are anaerobic and extremely destructive. These “bad” bacteria are also floating through your bloodstream which can affect your heart, lungs, and blood sugar levels, promote cancerous cells, and cause premature deliveries of babies. “It’s what you don’t see, Moderate periodontal disease is equivalent to having an open wound the size of your palm. That’s 1% of the total body surface.” (Hujoel et al, J Periodontal Res, 2001). However, if periodontal disease is controlled by consistent scaling intervals and these “bad” bacteria are continually being disturbed, they are not able to colonize. Colonization causes further destruction of the periodontal pockets and can affect other areas in your body.

The bottom line is prevention and the importance of having regular dental hygiene cleanings. A healthy mouth helps maintain a healthy body. Saving lives one smile at a time. Don’t delay, schedule your dental hygiene appointment today.