{"id":3196,"date":"2022-02-20T16:05:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-20T16:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=3196"},"modified":"2022-03-20T16:05:50","modified_gmt":"2022-03-20T16:05:50","slug":"4-heart-health-tips-dentist-lawrenceville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/2022\/02\/20\/4-heart-health-tips-dentist-lawrenceville\/","title":{"rendered":"A Healthy Heart Starts with Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"HandsBesides heart-shaped candy, February is also American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Heart Health Month is dedicated to raising awareness about issues that directly affect your heart negatively. You know a healthy diet and lifestyle are crucial to combating cardiovascular disease, but did you know your dental health is equally important? Believe it or not, a healthy heart starts with your gums. Your dentist in Lawrenceville recommends the following 4 tips to protect your smile from gum disease.<\/p>\n

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Link Between Gum Disease and Heart Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tooth decay isn\u2019t the only threat to your oral health. Gum disease is also a leading cause of tooth loss. The infection destroys the supporting structures of your teeth without proper treatment. While it\u2019s preventable, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 50% of adults to have the infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, the dangers of the infection don\u2019t stop at missing teeth. The infection can also enter your bloodstream. As it circulates throughout your body, it can wreak havoc on your cardiovascular system. Research has shown people with advanced gum disease are 2-3 times more likely to have a heart attack, stroke, or another cardiovascular event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in a Healthy Heart and Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, you can safeguard your gums and heart health by committing to your oral health. Your dentist recommends:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Brush Your Teeth: <\/strong>Your toothbrush is your first line of defense against preventable oral health issues, like tooth decay and gum disease. The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth at least twice per day, if not after every meal. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste to clean all surfaces of your teeth for 2 minutes in the morning and at night.<\/li>
  2. Floss Daily: <\/strong>Flossing is the only way to clean between your teeth and below the gum line where your toothbrush can\u2019t reach. It\u2019s best to use high-quality dental floss daily to remove food particles and plaque to protect your gum health.<\/li>
  3. Live a Healthy Lifestyle:<\/strong> Besides a healthy diet, your dentist recommends cutting out all tobacco and alcohol because both increase your risk of gum disease and heart disease.<\/li>
  4. Visit Your Dentist:<\/strong> Visit your dentist at least twice a year for a cleaning and checkup, even if you don\u2019t have any current concerns. Routine care stops common dental problems from occurring. Semi-annual appointments<\/a> allow your dentist to detect any issues while they are still small to prevent them from worsening, like red, swollen, or bleeding gums.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    It’s never too late to recommit to your smile. If it has been more than 6 months since the last time you visited your dentist, keep an appointment at the top of your priority list during Heart Health Month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    About Dr. Bruce E. Carter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dr. Carter<\/a> earned his dental degree at the University of Florida College of Dentistry before continuing his training in cosmetic dentistry. He is a reputable dentist for both restorative and cosmetic services. If you have signs of gum disease, don\u2019t wait. Contact our office<\/a> today for an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Besides heart-shaped candy, February is also American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Heart Health Month is dedicated to raising awareness about issues that directly affect your heart negatively. You know a healthy diet and lifestyle are crucial to combating cardiovascular disease, but did you know your dental health is equally important? Believe it or not, a healthy heart starts with your gums. Your dentist in Lawrenceville recommends the following 4 tips to protect your smile from gum disease. (Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[27,26],"class_list":["post-3196","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-gum-disease","tag-heart-health-month"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3196","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3196"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3196\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3198,"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3196\/revisions\/3198"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3196"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3196"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gwinnettsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3196"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}