The Importance of Being Proactive with Your Mouth

LAS VEGAS, NV, March 01, 2013 (Press-News.org) Your oral health can contribute to larger health issues in your body. Keeping your mouth in good condition with a good daily hygiene routine and regular visits to your dentist will help you maintain your overall health.

Conditions Linked to Your Oral Health

Research continues to reveal that our oral health is linked in many ways to the rest of our body. Many diseases and other conditions have been linked to gum disease and the bacteria festering in untreated mouths. Preventing your dental health from causing these conditions requires active participation by you and treatment from your dentist. Some of these conditions include:

- Cardiovascular disease linked to the chronic inflammation caused by periodontitis (gum disease).
- Premature births and low birth weight linked to gum disease.
- Infections in other parts of the body, including the inner lining of the heart, resulting from bacteria entering the bloodstream from gum disease.

Dental technology continues to evolve, and your dentist can use the latest devices and techniques to keep your mouth healthy and prevent poor oral health from harming your overall health. Laser dentistry can treat cavities and repair your gums before they turn into bigger health issues.

Good Dental Hygiene Habits

Dentists recommend that you develop and maintain a good daily hygiene habit. This is not just to keep your pearly whites shining. Brushing, flossing, and rinsing daily keep the bacteria that live in your mouth under control. Dentists know that limiting these bacteria will help prevent common dental problems like cavities and gum disease.

Good oral hygiene habits, encouraged by dentists, that you can practice daily are:

- Brush twice daily
- Floss daily
- Rinse with a fluoride mouth rinse
- Replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months
- Limit sugary snacks and drinks

Left unchecked, the bacteria in your mouth can grow into oral infections and cause tooth decay and gum disease. Schedule regular visits with your dentist to stay on top of your oral health.

If you need to find a Las Vegas dentist to help you maintain a healthy smile, please visit the website of Drs. Bryson and Margio Dentistry at www.drsbrysonandmargio.com.