The Health of Your Gums Doesn’t Just Affect Your Mouth
Most people have a single focus when they’re working on improving their oral health: Preventing cavities. The reality is that taking care of your gums should be a top priority. In fact, the overall health of your gums doesn’t just affect your mouth – it affects your entire body. Ignoring gum issues can lead to unnecessary pain, issues with your teeth, and health problems throughout your body. Read on to learn more and then reach out to California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to make an appointment.
Skip the pain and have your gums treated early
One of the worst parts about gum disease for the person experiencing it is the fact that it’s painful. This is the type of pain that won’t just affect you physically but can actually impact you psychologically. The result can be the inability to function regularly in your life. Gum disease can also elevate your blood pressure, and if your gums become infected you could have pain in your mouth, gums, and teeth.
Gum disease can increase your risk for other health issues
If you end up with gum disease, you’ll be at a higher risk for a number of health issues. For example, gum disease has been linked with a higher risk for stroke, diabetes, heart disease, and even higher risk pregnancies. Hopefully this sobering health information is enough to convince you to make an appointment for a dental cleaning and exam.
Your gums aren’t separate from your teeth
Technically, your teeth and gums are of course separate but remember that they’re attached. If you have issues with one, you’re likely to have issues with the other. If you ignore your gum issues, then it’s likely you’re eventually going to have trouble with your teeth. Two of the problems that can result from unfettered gum disease are infection and even tooth loss.
If a tooth becomes very infective and your gums are inflamed, then you may need a serious dental procedure. Hopefully it will only require a root canal but it may involve pulling the tooth. If your goal is to take good care of your teeth then you should also be taking great care of your gums.
Make caring for your gums a part of your daily routine
What steps do you take on a daily basis to care for yourself and your health? Do you exercise? Do you try to eat healthy, whole foods? Do you take vitamins? If the answer to any of these questions is “yes” then you already have a daily health routine. The key is to add gum care to it.
It’s easier than you may think to add gum care to your list of daily responsibilities. Brushing regularly, flossing daily, and visiting your dentist for regular cleanings and exams is all it takes. If it’s been awhile since you saw your dentist, reach out to California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to make an appointment.
