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Helping You to Practice Good Oral Health Habits

If you don't take good care of your teeth and gums when you have oral healthcare problems, it can actually lead to other health problems. Visit David Philip Young, DMD to help you with your oral health. Contact us today for a FREE consultation.

Poor Oral Health Problems and Treatments

Below are the problems that may occur because of your poor oral health.

• Gum infections like gingivitis may cause oral and facial pain that may lead to tooth loss. Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease. Advanced gum disease affects more than 75% of the U.S. population.
• Mouth infections can affect the heart and other major organs. For example - the heart and heart valves can become sore by bacterial endocarditis, a condition that affects people with heart disease or anyone with damaged heart tissue.
• As digestion begins with physical and chemical processes in the mouth, any problem here can lead to intestinal failure, irritable bowel syndrome, and other disorders in your digestive system.

If you do not want to be affected by these problems, visit your dentist regularly to keep your mouth in shape. Your dentist will be able to watch out for other problems that may affect your health. A dental exam can also detect nutrition and hygiene, growth and development problems, and improper jaw alignment. Provide the dentist with your complete medical history. Even if your recent health developments may seem unrelated to your oral health, just inform him or her about it.

Home Remedies for Good Oral Health

• Using fluoridated toothpaste, brush twice a day for at least two minutes.
• Floss daily to remove plaque from the place where your toothbrush cannot reach.
• Eat healthy food to get the necessary nutrients to prevent gum diseases.
• Avoid cigarettes and smokeless tobacco as they can contribute to gum diseases and oral cancer.
• Go to the dentist regularly for cleaning and examination as it is one of the most effective ways to identify signs of gum diseases.