Wow, you and your teeth look fabulous after dental treatment. Your happy mind enhances your image in the mirror. Happiness is the best makeup one could ever wear. Without a doubt, your mirror will allow you to see yourself in the best possible way.
Sir William Osler, the Father of Modern Medicine, has called the oral cavity the mirror to the body. If we don't take care of our oral health, our health may suffer. Bad germs cause infections such as tooth decay and gum disease. Bad microorganisms use our gums as a route to spread their infection. Some oral bacteria have been linked to a severe form of gum disease, which may have a role in contributing to serious diseases. Certain disorders, such as diabetes and HIV/AIDS, on the other hand, reduce the body's tolerance to infection and exacerbate oral health concerns. According to a report by CDC, 47.2% of the US population aged 30 years and older suffer from some form of gum disease. Increasing epidemiological studies show probable connections between oral health and systemic health.
Here is a list of ailments that are exacerbated or caused by poor dental health and vice versa:
People with periodontal disease are more likely to develop worsen cardiac problems such as stroke, heart attacks, ischemic heart disease, and endocarditis (infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers or valves typically occurs when bacteria or other germs from another part of your body, such as your mouth, spread through your bloodstream and attach to heart). Oral bacteria, according to some research, can cause inflammation and infections, which can contribute to heart artery clogging. On the other hand, other research suggests that certain types of bacteria linked to periodontal disease may increase the risk of heart disease.
According to the CDC, 10.5% of the US population is suffering from diabetes. Evidence suggests that uncontrolled periodontitis can worsen blood sugar levels. Diabetes puts your gums in danger by lowering the body's resistance to infection. In a joint European-American periodontal workshop in 2012, researchers discovered that basic periodontal therapy improved blood sugar levels to the same degree as adding a second medication.
Improved oral hygiene is effective in the treatment of 'bacterial pneumonia' due to which unfortunately, about 50,000 people die from the disease each year in the United States out of 1.3 billion people diagnosed with bacterial pneumonia every year and 'nosocomial (hospital acquired pneumonia) pneumonia' which is more prevalent in the old age homes and in patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Furthermore, good dental hygiene can help to reduce the risk of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
It's a hormonally induced bone loss disorder. The link between dental hygiene and osteoporosis appears to be a class of medicines known as bisphosphonates. Bisphosphonates can impair bone healing following tooth extraction and/or implant placement. Some osteoporosis medications have a modest risk of causing damage to the jaw bones.
It's an autoimmune disease and a painful condition that, if not treated appropriately, can result in significant mobility loss. It's worth noting that it wreaks havoc on our body's immune system. The body's flexible joints are primarily affected. Periodontal disease is observed to be more common in RA patients, according to studies. However, further research is required to confirm the link between them.
Pregnancy gingivitis affects 30-100% percent of women due to fluctuating hormone levels that damage the body's capacity to fight infections. Oral infections have the potential to cause harm to a baby who is still preciously developing. Even in otherwise healthy women, studies have shown that severe periodontal disease during pregnancy increases the risk of premature birth and low birth weight. Strategies to improve health are suggested.
Last but not the least, According to a recent study published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, there is a link between patients with gingivitis and those who are depressed. Cortisol (a stress hormone) levels rise in the body because of stress. When cortisol levels rise, the immunological system of the body is impaired. Since mental health is a growing concern during this pandemic, it's critical to protect our mental health to safeguard our oral health, this will support our bodies to stay healthy.
Many people do not consider teeth to be as important as any other organ in the body unless they experience any form of dental discomfort. Taking care of our hero will ensure that our bodies are taken care of as well. For a healthy future, let us honour our hero, the mirror-our oral cavity.
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