Commandments' for a healthy mouth
Uma boca saudável abrange muito mais do que apenas um sorriso bonito! Para ser saudável, você precisa ter saúde!
But let’s stop for a moment at this point, because to have a healthy mouth you need to take care of it in its entirety (gums, teeth, tongue, lips, salivary glands, masticatory muscles, palate, mucous membranes and jaws).
In fact, only a healthy mouth allows him to speak, smile, smell, taste, touch, chew, swallow and convey emotions with confidence and without pain, discomfort and disease.
With this article we will try to talk to you about the importance of preserving oral health throughout life, regardless of age.
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The basis of a long and happy life can be the mouth!
Surely you’ve heard that taking care of the mouth is taking care of the body.
A beautiful smile is a business card, but the importance of oral health goes far beyond aesthetics. Through a healthy mouth it is possible to reduce the risk of heart disease, improve digestion and even self-esteem.
But are we really giving it the attention it deserves?
What does science say about the relationship between the mouth and the rest of the body?
Tell me a”… fact scientifically proven!
The Order of Dentists (OMD) warns that the mouth is a mirror of overall health.
Dental problems can therefore be signs of systemic disease, and gum infections can have far more serious consequences than one might think, including:
- Heart problems: Several studies show that periodontitis bacteria can lodge in the heart, increasing the risk of strokes and heart attacks.
- Uncontrolled diabetes: There is a direct relationship between gum disease and diabetes. Periodontitis can make it difficult to control blood sugar, and diabetes in turn worsens gum health.
- Oral cancer: Tobacco and alcohol are the main risk factors, and their high mortality rate is associated with late diagnosis, as we explained in our blog recently.
Sorrir faz bem e com a sedação consciente as consultas no dentista não custam nada!
Being the essential prevention, A Clínica Dr. Pedro Mota promotes the campaign “Sorrir Faz Bem”, because oral health must be monitored regularly to avoid future complications.
This rule applies, inclusive, to those who are afraid of the dentist like Mr. Manuel who has sought several clinics in search of a definitive solution.
The problem was always the same: the uncontrollable fear of sitting in the dentist’s chair and only the idea of staying conscious during a long, invasive procedure paralyzed him.
After much research, he found the Dr. Pedro Mota Clinic that offered him something different: the possibility of performing dental implant surgery with conscious sedation by intravenous route and, from then on, the fear of the dentist was in the past.
Conscious sedation is a safe and effective alternative in which the patient is relaxed during treatment, without stress or discomfort. It is administered by a qualified professional and ensures that the patient maintains a state of semi-consciousness without pain and anxiety.
In A Clínica Dr. Pedro Mota, this service has transformed the experience of patients like Manuel, who spent years avoiding the dentist due to childhood traumas, but with the right help managed to recover his smile without fear.
5 essential maxims to keep a healthy mouth
- 1. Toothbrushing: Brushing should be done at least twice a day, especially before going to bed. During the night, saliva production decreases and bacteria take advantage to attack, do not give them aso.
- 2. Dental floss is not optional: More than 50% of the surface of teeth remains uncleaned when no floss is used. Cavities between teeth and bad breath are the main results of this neglect.
- 3. Drink water and forget the sodas: Water helps to keep your mouth hydrated and eliminate food scraps. On the other hand, sodas and acidic drinks wear enamel and increase the risk of cavities.
- 4. See your dentist regularly: Many oral diseases are silent. Only a dentist can detect problems before they become serious (and expensive). OMD recommends at least 6-month appointments.
- 5. Avoid tobacco and alcohol: Smokers have a 10 times higher risk of developing oral cancer. Excessive alcohol consumption is also a serious risk factor.
Invest in a beautiful smile. Be your best friend!
A Clínica Dr. Pedro Mota emphasizes that prevention is always the best solution for good oral health.
Problems such as cavities, gingivitis and tooth loss can be prevented with regular consultations and good daily habits, as we have seen from what was said above.
Don’t wait for the pain. Take care of your mouth and ensure a longer life and a healthy mouth with the help of a reliable dental clinic.
When asked where overall health begins, answer: a healthy mouth!
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