{"id":316,"date":"2019-06-18T15:08:17","date_gmt":"2019-06-18T15:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/?p=316"},"modified":"2019-06-18T15:08:17","modified_gmt":"2019-06-18T15:08:17","slug":"overall-health-dentist-in-danville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/18\/overall-health-dentist-in-danville\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can Regular Visits To Your Dentist In Danville Protect Your Overall Wellbeing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_170844396__1560869935_28337-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"healthy person with dog\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_170844396__1560869935_28337-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_170844396__1560869935_28337-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_170844396__1560869935_28337.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Your gum and teeth health may be more vital than you thought. Your mouth is constantly exhibiting symptoms and clues about your overall wellbeing. When your oral health goes unchecked, it can have a detrimental impact on other areas of your body like your respiratory and cardiovascular systems. While dieting and exercising are good for you, routine visits with your dentist in Danville may be just as important. Read on to learn what the research says and how you can protect your body by fortifying your oral health.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>How Is Your Mouth Connected To Your Overall Health?<\/h2>\n<p>Your body is home to millions of different bacteria, some harmful, and some good. When you practice good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing daily, you aid your body\u2019s immune system and help control the levels of harmful bacteria. When you don\u2019t, they\u00a0can accumulate and cause serious issues such as infections, tooth decay, and gum disease.<\/p>\n<p>Some causes of increased harmful oral bacteria may also be out of your control. When you take certain medications such as antihistamines, painkillers, or antidepressants, it can cause dry mouth. Saliva is vital because it helps rinse away food particles and bacteria and helps neutralize enamel-eroding acids in your mouth.<\/p>\n<p>Recent studies have linked the same oral bacteria that cause gum disease to a variety of other diseases and illnesses. These harmful bacteria release toxins that can get into your bloodstream and travel throughout your body.<\/p>\n<h2>What Health Conditions Are Related To Your Mouth?<\/h2>\n<p>One in two American adults are\u00a0affected by gum disease, a bacterial infection of the gums. This oral epidemic has been connected to a variety of illnesses and health conditions found throughout the body, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Heart disease<\/li>\n<li>Stroke<\/li>\n<li>Pneumonia and other respiratory problems<\/li>\n<li>Premature birth and pregnancy complications<\/li>\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n<li>Alzheimer\u2019s disease<\/li>\n<li>Osteoporosis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Because these bacteria attack the body\u2019s immune system, it makes it hard to ward off other illnesses. By practicing preventive care, you can take care of your mouth and the rest of your body.<\/p>\n<h2>How Can You Protect Your Wellbeing?<\/h2>\n<p>One way you can fortify your oral and overall health is to practice great oral hygiene every day. You can do this by brushing your teeth twice each day and flossing regularly. Using antibacterial mouthwash can also help control harmful bacteria and keep your breath minty\u00a0fresh. By avoiding bad dental habits like smoking, you can keep your smile healthy and bright.<\/p>\n<p>The best thing you can do to catch small problems before they result in impactful health issues is to routinely visit your dentist for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">checkups and cleanings<\/a>. As soon as you notice a problem arise, contact them to see if you should\u00a0schedule an appointment.\u00a0After all, it\u2019s not worth taking a gamble on your smile and overall wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Danville Dental, we offer multiple convenient locations and the services of 12 highly experienced and knowledgeable professionals. No matter what your dental needs are, our dentists have got you covered! With collective decades of experience, you\u2019ll feel like\u00a0you\u2019re in the best hands! For questions or to schedule an appointment for a routine checkup and cleaning at any of our locations, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danvilledentalassociates.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your gum and teeth health may be more vital than you thought. Your mouth is constantly exhibiting symptoms and clues about your overall wellbeing. When your oral health goes unchecked, it can have a detrimental impact on other areas of your body like your respiratory and cardiovascular systems. 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