People don’t realize how much they put their mouths through in a day—grinding down food, drinking soda and coffee, using teeth as tools, and more. Add health complications and bad habits, such as smoking, on top of poor oral care, and you could soon find yourself in a serious situation. Over time, the health of your mouth will deteriorate without the right care.
You don’t want to be here. Save yourself by saving your smile.
Risk Factors
Everyday habits can add up more quickly than you may expect. Here are some risk factors commonly linked to oral health issues:
Complications
Your oral health impacts more than you think. Here is a list of some major health issues that are associated with poor oral health:
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Dementia
- Respiratory Infections
- Diabetes
- Memory
- Blood Sugar
- Lung Function
- Fertility
- Endocarditis
- Heart Disease
- Pregnancy
- Osteoporosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Obesity
- Stroke
- Respiratory Disease
- Heart Attack
- Arthritis
- Mouth Sores
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Liver Function
- Gum Disease
Prevention
It’s never too late to save your mouth. Here are some resources to help you in your journey toward a better smile:
- Regular Dental Visits
- Wisdom Teeth Removal
- Smoking Cessation
- Diet
- Brushing
- Flossing
- Blood Sugar Control
Treatments
Even if you already have oral health issues such as broken or missing teeth, there are still ways to save your mouth: