Oral health is more important than you think

Oral health has always been an issue that people ignore, but oral health has always played a very important role in our lives. Once careless, it may cause disease. At that time, it will not be as simple as oral health, but It is about the health of the whole body.

Oral health can cause a variety of problems, large and small, including but not limited to the original problems of the mouth, as well as other serious problems. According to an article "Oral Health: A Window to Overall Health", we can learn about oral health There may be endocarditis, an infection of the lining of the heart chambers or valves (endocardium) when bacteria or other microorganisms from the mouth spread through the bloodstream and attach to areas of the heart. It also has the potential to cause cardiovascular disease, with some studies suggesting that heart attacks, blocked arteries, and strokes may be linked to inflammation and infection caused by oral bacteria. Pneumonia is also linked to oral health, and certain bacteria in the mouth may enter the lungs, causing pneumonia and other respiratory illnesses. And pregnancy and childbirth are also linked to oral health, with periodontitis linked to preterm birth and low birth weight babies.

After understanding these risks, we pay more attention to our oral health, then we must pay attention to maintaining our good oral hygiene every day. But maintaining oral hygiene is actually very simple, and everyone can do it every day. In "Oral Health: A Window to Overall Health", we learned that we should brush our teeth at least twice a day for two minutes each time, and use a soft-bristle toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste Can clean teeth, in order to achieve a better cleaning effect, you can use dental floss to clean and use mouthwash to remove food residue left after brushing and flossing. And the toothbrush should be replaced every three to four months. If the bristles are open or worn, they should be replaced sooner to avoid bacterial growth. A healthy diet is equally important, too much sugary food and drink at one time, regular dental checkups and cleanings, and avoiding tobacco use can make our teeth and mouth healthier.

The World Health Organization defines oral health as "clean teeth, no cavities, no pain, normal color of gums, and no bleeding." So as long as we protect our teeth, maintain oral health, and maintain physical health, we can stay away from Disease, but if you have any discomfort, you must see a family doctor to avoid the occurrence of disease.

source:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/zh-hans/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/dental/art-20047475

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