{"id":213,"date":"2020-02-07T19:54:39","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T19:54:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=213"},"modified":"2020-03-13T19:54:55","modified_gmt":"2020-03-13T19:54:55","slug":"could-a-healthy-smile-protect-your-heart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/07\/could-a-healthy-smile-protect-your-heart\/","title":{"rendered":"Could a Healthy Smile Protect Your Heart?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_76733730__1581706239_13557-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Small heart shape in cupped, outstretched hands. \" class=\"wp-image-214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_76733730__1581706239_13557-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_76733730__1581706239_13557-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_76733730__1581706239_13557.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s fitting that there are heart shaped cards and\nchocolates everywhere in February, since it\u2019s American Heart Month! As you\nconsider how to keep your heart healthy, you probably don\u2019t immediately think\nabout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/gum-disease-treatment.html\">taking\ncare of your smile<\/a>. However, a growing body of research suggests that the\nhealth of one has a substantial influence on the other! Read on as your Joplin\ndentist explains how taking care of your oral health is important for both your\nsmile and your heart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Are Oral and Overall Health Connected?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to recent studies, over 90% of systemic conditions\npresent symptoms in the mouth. That means your dentist may be the first to\nnotice signs of health issues like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Diabetes, which often causes chronic bad breath\nand easily bleeding gums. <\/li><li>Osteoporosis, which causes bone loss that can be\nidentified in the jawbone via X-ray.<\/li><li>Several types of cancers, which can manifest without\nnotice as strange sores, lumps, or discolorations in your mouth, throat,\nglands, or neck.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does the health of your body influence your mouth,\nbut your oral hygiene appears to have an influence on your overall wellbeing as\nwell. In several recent studies, participants with unhealthy mouths were 40%\nmore likely to develop larger health conditions like respiratory disease,\nmemory loss, and rheumatoid arthritis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Gum Disease Influence Heart Health?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although more research is needed, many health and dental\nexperts are concluding that gum disease has a significant impact on heart\nhealth. If left untreated, the bacterial infection at the root of gum disease\ncan become destructive enough to cause permanent damage to the jaw, teeth, and\ngums. Researchers believe that if this harmful bacterium were to escape into\nthe bloodstream, it could travel to the heart and infect the inner linings of\nits valves and chambers. Additionally, it\u2019s suspected that a prolonged immune\nresponse to gum disease could spread inflammation throughout the body, which could\nnarrow and clog arteries. Whatever the cause, recent studies show that gum\ndisease can increase a person\u2019s risk of heart disease by up to 20%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Keep My Smile and My Heart Healthy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Given its widespread effects on the body, its highly\nrecommended that you practice great oral hygiene to stay healthy. Here are some\neasy guidelines from your Joplin dentist to keep both your smile as well as the\nrest of your body happy and healthy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day.<\/li><li>Use dental floss and mouthwash at least once a\nday.<\/li><li>Eat a well-balanced diet with a limited amount\nof sugar and carbohydrates.<\/li><li>Get a dental checkup and cleaning every six\nmonths.<\/li><li>Be on the lookout for symptoms of gum disease and\ntalk to your dentist about your concerns. &nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you have gum disease, Dr. Dan Young of Young Family\n&amp; Cosmetic Dentistry in Joplin, MO can help you restore your oral and\noverall health. With the latest gum disease treatments and advanced techniques,\nhe can ensure that you\u2019re as comfortable as possible as you receive the effective\nand efficient care that you need. He knows how important healthy gums are to a\nhealthy heart, so if you have any concerns about gum disease, don\u2019t hesitate to\ncontact him via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at <strong>(417)\n781-3440.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s fitting that there are heart shaped cards and chocolates everywhere in February, since it\u2019s American Heart Month! As you consider how to keep your heart healthy, you probably don\u2019t immediately think about taking care of your smile. 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