POOR ORAL HEALTH & THE LINK TO PHYSICAL HEALTH
Weight Gain or Obesity
Poor oral health such as missing, broken or sensitive teeth, can cause you to have difficulty chewing your food properly. You may find it hard to eat vegetables and apples etc.
You may be consuming foods that are easier to chew such as soft foods or high-fat foods
Higher Risk of Diabetes
Tooth loss has been connected to a higher risk for developing Diabetes.
Studies have shown it may be as high as an 11% increase. The cause is inflammation in the bloodstream.
Also, if you have Diabetes you can have a higher rate of tooth decay and gum disease and other oral issues. This is due to the higher blood sugar levels.
Greater Risk of Heart Disease
Several studies have linked poor oral health to a greater risk of heart disease. There are still studies ongoing. However, experts say you should always consider oral health and its links to physical health.
Respiratory Health
Some respiratory problems have also been associated with gum disease. The connection has been made between plaque in your mouth that is bacteria. Studies have shown this bacteria can travel to a person's lungs.
This particularly seems to affect older adults. However, they point out that this can be a person of any age with untreated gum disease.
Osteoporosis
Sometimes referred to as brittle bone disease. Studies from The Mayo Clinic have shown there may be a link between osteoporosis and the loss of teeth and gum disease.
Research studies have found links between diseases of the mouth and body. As we learn more about the connection between oral and physical health and how they are connected. We realize, we should be as vigilant with our oral health as we are with our physical health!
Make a comprehensive dental exam and a professional dental cleaning part of your healthy living plan.
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