Want to look better, feel better, live longer? It is simple. Brush you teeth, floss your teeth, eat a well balanced diet, make exercise part of your everyday routine. Wouldn't it be nice if it were easier? That is easy. It is boring; but easy.
How do all these things interact? Let me try to explain. Bacteria lives in your mouth. If you brush and floss regularly, you can manage it. If left treated, the bacteria will cause periodontal/gum disease. It can also cause tooth decay. Tooth decay left untreated will lead to loss of teeth. Your teeth are important to the structure and function of your mouth and jaw. Once you begin to lose teeth, it changes the way your teeth fit together/occlusion. As the occlusion changes, you may begin to see pain in your jaw and/or excessive wear of the remaining teeth.
Your daily diet is very important. If you routinely drink acidic beverages, your teeth may be suffering for it. This truly lead to the breakdown of the enamel, and subsequently tooth decay. You can have sodas/sparkling water, just drink water after your finish it. However, it is important not to sip on sugary or carbonated drinks all day.
How will taking care of your gums and teeth help to make you healthier? When your body is constantly fighting the bacteria of gum disease, it can get tired. then you can begin to see acute and chronic illness creep in. Gum disease has been linked to heart disease and diabetes. Gum disease is very dangerous for pregnant women and their unborn babies.
Simple practices done consistently will have dramatic results. This holds for diet, oral hygiene, and exercise. So, live well, look better, be happy!
Dr. Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell,GA 30076
770.993.9809
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
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