Consider These Three Ways That Good Oral Health Can Improve Your Overall Life

You know that good oral health is essential for the good of your teeth and gums, but did you know that it can actually help improve your overall life? Keep reading to learn three ways this is true. Then contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 if you are ready to make an appointment for a dental cleaning and exam with your local dentist.

1. Healthy Teeth and Gums Can Mean Better Overall Physical Health

   Did you know that some conditions within the body can manifest in the mouth and that poor oral hygiene can cause health issues in the rest of the body? For example, if you have a cavity or tooth decay, this can come with pain that keeps you from living your life. Gum disease can lead to inflammation throughout the body, which increases the chance of heart attack, arthritis, and other issues.

2. Healthy Teeth and Gums Can Mean Better Psychological and Emotional Health

   When a person has a less-than-perfect smile, this imperfection can actually cause psychological effects that cause or worsen depression, social isolation, and anxiety. When a person feels uncomfortable smiling, it can have a negative impact on their emotional health.

   There are many things a dentist can do to make a person feel more confident in their smile. In some cases, all that’s needed is a cleaning. In other cases, teeth whitening, Invisalign, veneers, or tooth implants can help restore a person’s smile and give them back their confidence.

3. Healthy Teeth and Gums Can Mean Better Relationships

   The way a person feels they are being perceived can have a big impact on how they perceive others – and how they react to others. If you feel that your smile is something that others are judging you about, then you might feel yourself naturally draw back from people. In some cases, a person might not feel comfortable even putting themselves out there if they do not feel confident in their smile.

Now is the Time to Make an Appointment with Your Local Dentist

If it has been more than six months since your last dental cleaning and exam, then we welcome your call to California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161. Regular cleanings and exams are the best way to prevent serious dental issues. If you do have a dental condition, the sooner you have us take a look, the sooner we will be able to treat you for it.

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