{"id":174,"date":"2020-01-22T12:38:28","date_gmt":"2020-01-22T12:38:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/?p=174"},"modified":"2020-02-22T12:40:23","modified_gmt":"2020-02-22T12:40:23","slug":"excellent-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/22\/excellent-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How Regular Dental Visits Can Boost Your Overall Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You can never go wrong with visiting a dentist semi-annually\nfor checkups<\/a>\nand cleanings, but the benefits don\u2019t stop at your teeth and gums. Studies show\nthat the condition of your oral health can have a major impact on your total wellness.\nIf you\u2019re curious to know what the connection is, then continue reading to get\nsome expert insight from a local dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Controlling Oral Bacteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Inside your mouth, there are hundreds of different types of\nbacteria, but they aren\u2019t all bad. When you eat and drink, though, the leftover\nparticles can attract oral bacteria. As the microorganisms feed on them and\ngrow, it can create an unhealthy imbalance that contributes to cavity\ndevelopment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If not addressed, a cavity can become quite problematic, as\nthe bacteria continue to bore deeper into the tooth to cause more issues. The\nmicroorganisms can also seep beneath the gum line to lead to periodontitis,\nwhich is the infection and inflammation of the gum tissue. Over time, the\nplaque infested blood that permeates the gums can travel to other parts of the\nbody to wreak havoc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health Problems Related to Dental Neglect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the life-threatening issues that can arise\nwhen dental plaque travels to other areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n