The human body is a complex system in which everything is interconnected. From head to toe, what affects one area of your body influences one or more other areas. The well-being of your whole mouth is just one example. It’s a component of your whole physical being, which is why taking excellent care of it is crucial.
When receiving care from a dentist, you want a thoughtful and detailed provider who makes you feel at ease, listens to any of your concerns, offers excellent service and works with you throughout your treatment. Norwalk Dental Care is proud to possess all of those qualities.
Here are examples of how gum disease, gum infections and untreated cavities can trigger health issues elsewhere. Some may surprise you!
Cardiovascular disease is an overall term for heart and blood vessel disorders. Coronary artery disease can bring on heart failure and heart attacks. It’s the primary cause of death in the U.S. People with periodontitis are quite prone to atherosclerosis (clogged blood vessels that run oxygen and blood out from the heart).
There’s a strong connection between periodontal disease and strokes (when part of your brain loses its blood supply), especially strokes linked to atherosclerosis.
Endocarditis is a bacterial infection in a heart’s valves—and sometimes its chambers. Unhealthy hearts can acquire endocarditis during a highly invasive procedure, such as a tooth extraction.
Untreated cavities have been known to cause bacterial, viral and fungal types of pneumonia when oral bacteria travel into the lungs through the nose, pharynx or larynx.
Oral bacteria have also been associated with pregnancy and birth complications. The bacteria can make its way into the bloodstream and harm the woman and/or the fetus. Detriments include gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, stunted growth, low birth weight, stillbirth and miscarriage.
Now that you know of the significant connections between oral health and systemic health, it’s time to evaluate your dental routine. It should include brushing at least twice a day, flossing and using an oral irrigator once a day, and visiting a dentist every six months.
We here at [Norwalk Dental Care are dental experts. Please call us today to learn how we can serve you.
By Norwalk Dental Care
June 26, 2023
At Norwalk Dental Care we offer a full range of dental care services for you and your family. You can feel confident that we will work with you to find the best solutions to your problems. We will make sure that you and your family have a healthy dental journey with us.
Click to Learn More
Improving appearance of your mouth, teeth or smile while making it look natural takes an expert and we take pride in providing the best "smile makeover" in the area. We work with you to find and device a treatment plan best suited for you. Our goal is to enhance the natural beauty in your smile.
Click to Learn More
We provide the best care and support in the restoration, maintenance and enhancement of your oral hygiene and tooth health. We go above and beyond to use trusted technologies and a warm environment to help you feel good about your dental health forever.
Click to Learn More
We have received your form submission and appreciate your feedback. If you have any additional questions or comments please feel free to contact us directly.
We hope to see you again soon!