Oral health is not just about teeth, it has a strong impact
on rest of the body’s wellbeing as well. Your oral health can be raising flags
about conditions affecting other body systems, making your regular dental check-ups
more important.
Links of poor oral health to other diseases:
According to research and studies, poor oral health is
linked to:
- Cardio-vascular diseases
- Diabetes
- Stroke
- Dementia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
On top of these, regular dental check-ups can help in early
detection of oral cancers.
Steps to maintain good oral health:
- Brushing regularly, twice daily and clean in
between teeth with floss. - Drinking fluoridated tap water.
- Wearing mouth guards while playing contact
sports. - Minimising sugar intake, especially sticky sugar
diet. If you have something with high sugar or acid rinse your mouth with water
afterwards. - Visiting dentist twice a year for dental
check-up
For more information or to book in for your dental check-up, call us at 02-8711 8815 or E-mail us at : info@dentistsanddentures.com.au