My mirror, my mirror, tell me how I can have a healthy mouth?
When you think about health, is having a healthy mouth the first thought that comes to mind? Probably not. But did you know that your oral cavity is the gateway to the whole body and that its condition and conservation has a direct impact on overall well-being?
This is exactly what science has shown us. It is a proven fact that, for example, cavities or gingivitis are closely linked to problems such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and even complications in pregnancy.
In A Clínica Dr. Pedro Mota, we seek to show in daily practice how, effectively, “health begins in your mouth.”
More than a generic idea or ‘slogan’ is the purest truth, supported by scientific studies. With regular check-ups and basic oral hygiene care, it is possible to prevent not only dental problems but also protect overall health.
Let’s explain to him how.
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Oral health goes far beyond a beautiful smile
Having white, well-aligned teeth is undoubtedly something that makes us feel more confident. But taking care of oral health includes care that is not only related to aesthetics and that we tend to forget.
Our mouths are a complex environment, inhabited by millions of bacteria – some good and harmless, others not at all. When we neglect daily care, we allow harmful bacteria to proliferate, leading to infections and inflammations. That is, they easily infiltrate into the bloodstream and affect other organs than exclusively those of the digestive system, such as the mouth.
For example, in pregnant women, gum disease may be associated with premature birth and the birth of low-weight babies*.
Therefore, there is no doubt that taking care of the mouth is taking care of your body and your health!
Regular appointments for a healthy mouth
The truth is that we can brush our teeth religiously twice a day, or more, and use dental floss, but even this does not replace the importance of a regular visit to the dentist.
Visiting the dentist at least twice a year is essential for maintaining oral health and healthy mouth, preventing problems before they become serious. During these consultations, it is possible to:
- Detect problems early: Such as cavities, gingivitis or other serious problems that often go unnoticed.
- Carry out preventive treatments: That strengthen the teeth and reduce the risk of cavities.
- Get personalized advice: For better oral hygiene, adapted to real needs.
Higiene oral “a melhor escova” para limpar a boca
In every oral hygiene consultation held at A Clínica Dr. Pedro Mota, we keep this commitment to take care of your health. So, in the consultations you have, you can be sure that you are investing in your well-being and overall health in the short, medium, and long term.
Perhaps you may not even know that this is one of the specialties that is often underestimated. This is only because people tend to think that it’s just a “cleaning” to remove stains on the teeth, but it’s much more than that!
It is undoubtedly at the forefront of prevention of oral and systemic diseases.
During an oral hygiene consultation, our specialized Oral Hygienist removes plaque and tartar, which accumulate in areas where the brush does not reach.
Still the consultation does not start here. Vai saber agora como funciona o processo:
- Duration of about 1h
- Diagnosis, with X-ray, of dental and gingival problems
- Rastreio de lesões orais e extra orais que podem ser manifestações do Cancro Oral.
- Recommendations to improve daily oral hygiene
- Destartarisation
- Stain removal
- Dental polishing
- Topical application of fluoride
With a visit to the dentist drastically reduces the risk of diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis, which in turn can prevent systemic complications.
Indeed, according to the World Dental Federation (FDI) report, 45% of the world’s population suffers from gum disease that could easily be prevented with an oral hygiene consultation.
Health starts in your mouth, our commitment is to you!
It is in this setting that our slogan, “health starts at your mouth,” makes more sense through our commitment to educate and care for each patient.
Thus, every smile will reflect not only confidence but also health, with this certainty that oral health is an essential pillar of well-being, and that taking care of the mouth is an investment in quality of life.
Do not continue to postpone that visit to the dentist, whether for an oral hygiene consultation or another specialty. With the arrival of the new year, schedule your routine dental appointments in time.
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* Priya Vidhale,Sneha Puri,M.L. Bhongade: A relationship between maternal periodontal disease and preterm low birth weight: A cross-sectional study. Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health. Elsevier (December, 2020)
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