Ask the Dentist

Oral Health: an important piece of your
overall health.

Research shows there may be a link between oral disease and other health problems such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke, as well as pre-term and low-birth-weight babies.

Researchers are just beginning to understand this link, but evidence is mounting that having a healthy mouth is an important part of leading a healthy life.

As Part of a healthy lifestyle and to reduce the risk of oral disease...

• Maintain good oral hygiene. Brush and floss regularly. Eat a well-balanced diet and avoid excess sugar.

• Check your gums. Look for red, shiny, puffy, sore or sensitive gums; bleeding when you brush and floss; bad breath that won't go away..

• Don't smoke. If you smoke, talk to your dentist today about how tobacco is affecting your oral heath and appearance. Tobacco is a major cause of tooth loss through gum disease. Smoking can lead to serious problems like oral cancer.

• See your dentist regularly. Regular check-ups and professional cleanings are the best way to prevent problems and unnecessary expense. Don't wait until it hurts.

Only a dentist has the expertise to identify and address all your oral health needs.

Talk to your dentist today about the importance of a healthy smile for a healthy and enjoyable life.

Oral Health - good for life.