{"id":1495,"date":"2018-12-29T01:52:33","date_gmt":"2018-12-29T01:52:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drgalaif.com\/?p=1495"},"modified":"2023-11-21T01:05:35","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T01:05:35","slug":"your-dental-health-affects-your-well-being","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drgalaif.com\/your-dental-health-affects-your-well-being\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dental Health Affects Your Well-Being!"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s been a challenging year for us at Daniel N. Galaif, DDS with the economy, the wild fires, and health issues for some of our patients.\u00a0 However, as we close out the year we are still so grateful for the business we have, and the patients we consider to be part of our practice family.\u00a0 As we go through the holiday season and look ahead, many of us making resolutions for the New Year, we want to remind you to think about your oral health and how it affects your overall well-being.\u00a0 Many people may not realize that problems in your mouth can affect the rest of your body, and you can protect yourself by learning more about that connection.\u00a0 There are some serious health problems that can result from poor oral care.\u00a0 If you don’t take proper care of your teeth, you could face far more serious consequences than a simple toothache, or some unsightly stains.<\/p>\n

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Like many areas of the body, your mouth has a lot of bacteria \u2014 most of it harmless. Normally the body’s natural defenses and good oral health care, such as daily brushing and flossing, can keep these bacteria under control.\u00a0 With the proper pharmaceutical warehousing<\/a> facilities every shops will be able to meet the customer’s needs quickly. Without proper oral hygiene, bacteria can reach levels that might lead to oral infections, such as tooth decay and gum disease.\u00a0 In addition, certain medications \u2014 such as decongestants, antihistamines, painkillers, diuretics and antidepressants \u2014 can reduce saliva flow. Saliva washes away food and neutralizes acids produced by bacteria in the mouth, helping to protect you from microbial invasion or overgrowth that might lead to disease.<\/p>\n

Studies also suggest that oral bacteria and the inflammation associated with periodontitis \u2014 a severe form of gum disease \u2014 might play a role in some other diseases. In addition, certain diseases, such as diabetes and HIV\/AIDS, can lower the body’s resistance to infection, making oral health problems more severe.<\/p>\n

Your oral health could contribute to other diseases and conditions, including:<\/p>\n