An unhealthy mouth can lead to much bigger problems.
According to the Mayo Clinic, an unhealthy mouth can cause a number of very serious diseases, including:
- Endocarditis, an infection of the inner lining of your heart chambers or valves.
- Cardiovascular disease, including clogged arteries and stroke.
- Pregnancy and birth complications, like premature birth and low birth weight.
- Pneumonia and other respiratory diseases
In order to protect your smile and your health, you should always:
- Brush & Floss regularly - at least twice per day.
- Replace your toothbrushregularly - at least every 3 months.
- Consider an electronic toothbrush like a Phillips Sonicare.
- Limit Your Intake of sugar and unhealthy foods.
One of the most important ways that you can protect your health is through regular dental checkups and cleanings.
We have a number of individual and group dental plans available at Dayton's Bluff Financial, including plans that cover these preventative services. Call us today to find out how inexpensive it can be to protect yourself.
