{"id":950,"date":"2019-05-15T14:37:19","date_gmt":"2019-05-15T14:37:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=950"},"modified":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","modified_gmt":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","slug":"your-dentist-in-dublin-says-oral-health-can-affect-total-wellness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/your-dentist-in-dublin-says-oral-health-can-affect-total-wellness\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist in Dublin Says Oral Health Can Affect Total Wellness!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery alignleft columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/man-in-dentist-chair-thumb-up-1024x681.jpeg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"951\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=951\" class=\"wp-image-951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/man-in-dentist-chair-thumb-up-1024x681.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/man-in-dentist-chair-thumb-up-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/man-in-dentist-chair-thumb-up-768x511.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral health<\/a>\nas separate from the rest of your body, then don\u2019t feel ashamed. It\u2019s easy to\ncompartmentalize things when it comes to your health. The reality, though, is\nthat the condition of your mouth, teeth and gums can have a major impact on\nyour overall wellness. Find out why it\u2019s critical to be proactive about your\noral health as you continue reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Connection Between Oral and Overall Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The simplest way to understand the relationship of oral\nhealth to the rest of your body is to consider the law of gravity, which\nbasically demonstrates that what goes up must eventually come down. Therefore, any\nmishap or declination in the health of your mouth, teeth and gums that goes\nunaddressed can be expected to show signs in other parts of your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary nemeses of health and wellness that must be consistently\nmonitored is bacteria growth. The microorganisms are always present, but the\nfollowing conditions encourage their growth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A diet high in sugar (which is their favorite\nfood)<\/li><li>Failure to practice proper and consistent oral\nhygiene<\/li><li>Failing to maintain regular preventive care visits<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Problems That Bacteria Can Cause<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When bacteria are allowed to grow unfettered, they release\ncaustic fluids that can eventually wear down the tooth\u2019s enamel and bore to the\nsensitive pulp area. If not annihilated, the bacteria will only continue\nmoving, leaving a trail of inflamed blood that can travel from the gums to other\nparts of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Untreated bacteria can lead to oral cancer, pancreatic cancer\nand HPV virus, but the effects can also be found in the brain. Researchers have\ndiscovered that a particular type of bacteria produced in the mouth can bypass\nthe blood-brain barrier to contribute to the development of Alzheimer\u2019s disease,\nwhich is a neurodegenerative condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, bacteria growth can lead to hypertension,\nheart disease and an increased chance of stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple and Effective Preventive Measures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to treat bacteria is to prevent them from growing.\nHere are some proactive steps you can take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Brush and floss your teeth at least two times\ndaily.<\/li><li>Limit your consumption of foods and beverages\nhigh in sugar.<\/li><li>Increase your water intake to better flush your\nmouth of bacteria and leftover food particles.<\/li><li>Keep some mouthwash handy for situations where you\ncan\u2019t perform your normal oral hygiene routine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, take advantage of your #1 ally in the fight against\nbacteria \u2013 your local dentist. To improve your oral and overall wellness, schedule\na preventive care visit today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A graduate of The Ohio State University College of\nDentistry, Dr. Eric Buck has the experience and expertise to guide you to\nexcellent oral health, and to help you prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. To\nremain current with the latest advances in the dental field, he maintains\nprofessional membership with such organizations as the Ohio Dental Association,\nthe Spear Education Society and the American Academy of General Dentistry. Dr.\nBuck provides preventive care at Distinctive Smiles, and he can be reached for\nmore information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you think of your oral health as separate from the rest of your body, then don\u2019t feel ashamed. 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