Gum Disease
How many times have
you heard your hygienist tell you to floss and you just ignore her? Well more and more research is starting to
show that there is a link between oral health and heart disease. It’s time to stop closing your eyes to the
facts and start taking control of your health!
Not
flossing regularly can really take a toll on your mouth. Sticky bacteria (also known
as plaque) forms around your teeth and below your gums which sooner or later ruins the
enamel of your teeth. With even more
neglect, this plaque hardens like cement on your teeth (called tartar). Your
gums may start to
bleed easily and your breath may become foul.
This is the beginning stage of gum disease which can eventually become a more serious
issue known as periodontal disease. Periodontal disease can lead to bone loss
and teeth may fall out!
Flossing Prevents Heart Disease
Blood is carried to
and from your heart through small blood vessels in your gums. Your mouth is filled with bacteria! You can
only imagine how much bacteria is getting into your blood stream, yuck! Your
body develops chemicals that damage your heart when this sort of bacteria gets
into your blood. Bacteria can also cause blood clots and stop regular blood
flow to your heart. This can seriously lead to a heart attack.
Scary, isn’t it?
Start flossing...it could save your life!
-Casie Brown
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