Why is brushing your teeth each day important for your overall health?
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American Dental Association answered:Numerous recent scientific studies indicate associations between oral health and a variety of general health conditions—including diabetes and heart disease. In response, the World Health Organization has integrated oral health into its chronic disease prevention efforts "as the risks to health are linked." For good oral hygiene, brush your teeth twice a day with an ADA-accepted fluoride toothpaste. Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed.Numerous recent scientific studies indicate associations between oral health and a variety of general health conditions—including diabetes and heart disease. In response, the World Health Organization has integrated oral health into its... More -
Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Brushing your teeth helps not only your mouth, but helps your heart too. Find out how a healthy mouth can lead to a healthy body as Dr. Oz explains in this video.
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Brushing your teeth helps not only your mouth, but helps your heart too. Find out how a healthy mouth can lead to a healthy body as Dr. Oz explains in this video. More -
Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:Brushing your teeth every day is important not just for your dental health but for your overall health. Brushing removes harmful bacteria that can cause gum disease. Research shows that people with severe gum disease are more likely to also get other health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, and bacterial pneumonia. Pregnant women who have severe gum disease are more likely to have their babies too soon or to have babies who are below normal weight. People with diabetes who also have gum disease have more trouble keeping their blood sugar under control.Brushing your teeth every day is important not just for your dental health but for your overall health. Brushing removes harmful bacteria that can cause gum disease. Research shows that people with severe gum disease are more likely to also... More -
Betty Gutierrez - NASM Elite Trainer answered:According to a University of Minnesota study, proper teeth brushing can help prevent blood clots, heart attacks and strokes. The study revealed that bacterial deposits accumulated in the teeth due to lack of regular brushing can find their way into the blood stream and help form clots.Helpful? 1 person found this helpfulAccording to a University of Minnesota study, proper teeth brushing can help prevent blood clots, heart attacks and strokes. The study revealed that bacterial deposits accumulated in the teeth due to lack of regular brushing can find their way into... More -
Dr. Peggy Rosen answered:Studies have shown links between dental health and general health. Here are a few of the many health problems that can be aggravated by poor oral health.
- Stroke - patients with adult periodontitis may have increased risk of stroke.
- Respiratory infections - dental plaque buildup creates a source of bacteria that can be inhaled into the lungs leading to pneumonia.
- Severe Osteopenia - the severity of osteopenia has been connected to tooth loss in post-menopausal women.
- Uncontrolled Diabetes - chronic periodontal disease can disrupt diabetic control.
- Pre-Term or Low Birth weight Babies - oral microbes can cross the placental barrier; exposing the fetus to infection. Women with advanced gum disease are more likely to give birth to an underweight baby.
Helpful? 1 person found this helpfulStudies have shown links between dental health and general health. Here are a few of the many health problems that can be aggravated by poor oral health. Stroke - patients with adult periodontitis may have increased risk of stroke. Respiratory... More
