Dr. Eric Meyer can help you and your smile stay healthy
Did you know that when you keep your smile healthy, you are keeping your body healthy too? It’s true! In fact, according to the Mayo Clinic, an unhealthy mouth has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and having a stroke. Your dentist wants to help protect your health.
Dr. Eric Meyer in Fullerton, CA, offers comprehensive dental care, including preventive services to keep you and your smile healthy.
It’s all about plaque, the sticky, white substance on your teeth. Plaque contains millions of bacteria that produce toxic by-products. These toxins cause inflammation, which leads to gum disease. Bacteria can spread to other areas of your body including your heart, brain, and circulatory system. Bacterial spread can lead to serious diseases, like those listed above.
The good news is, you can protect yourself, your smile, and your health, by limiting the formation of bacteria. You need to:
- Brush after meals and before you go to bed
- Floss at least once every day
- Visit your dentist for a comprehensive dental exam, including x-rays, every 12 months
- Visit your dental hygienist for a professional cleaning every 6 to 12 months
When you have gum disease, it only affects the soft tissue, and it is totally reversible if you follow a program of excellent oral hygiene. If gum disease goes untreated, the bacteria can spread to the underlying bone, causing bone destruction. Eventually, your teeth can become mobile, and you may lose some teeth.
You can stay healthy and enjoy a healthy smile if you take proper care of your teeth and remove plaque thoroughly and frequently. To find out more about gum disease prevention and how you can stay healthy, call Dr. Eric Meyer in Fullerton, CA, at (714) 879-7943. Protect your health by calling today!