You have probably heard of the mind-body connection, as this is a popular topic. However, have you heard of the mouth-body connection? Visiting our dental office often isn’t just about cleaning your teeth or getting a dental filling placed; it is about your overall health. This is because the health of your mouth can influence the rest of your body.
Oral Health & Diabetes
If you have diabetes and don’t control the situation, your immune system could be weakened. Those with diabetes often have a hard time fighting off infection. Because of this, gum disease can be difficult to treat if you have diabetes. If you have diabetes, take control of your oral health by maintaining your glucose levels, practicing great dental hygiene, and visiting our office often.
Oral Health & Heart Disease
Studies have shown that people with moderate to severe gum disease have a greater risk for heart disease than people with healthy gum tissues. This is because oral health and heart disease are linked by the spread of bacteria from your mouth to your body through the blood stream. When harmful bacteria reach your heart, they can attach to a damaged area and cause inflammation.
Who Is at Risk?
Patients with advanced gum disease are at greater risk for overall health conditions that are caused by poor dental health. This is particularly the case if the disease goes undiagnosed and untreated.
We invite you to contact our office at 570-689-2449 today to learn more about the mouth-body connection in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania, and to set up your next reservation with our dentists, Drs. Scrimalli, Ratchford,and Ahmadzadeh.