{"id":1730,"date":"2020-02-22T14:26:43","date_gmt":"2020-02-22T14:26:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/?p=1730"},"modified":"2020-03-22T14:29:48","modified_gmt":"2020-03-22T14:29:48","slug":"compassionate-dentist-in-crown-point","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/compassionate-dentist-in-crown-point\/","title":{"rendered":"Did You Know That Your Oral and Heart Health are Connected?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/womans_hand_holding_heart__1584887349_16725.jpg\" alt=\"woman\u2019s hands holding red heart with care\" class=\"wp-image-1731\" width=\"305\" height=\"131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/womans_hand_holding_heart__1584887349_16725.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/womans_hand_holding_heart__1584887349_16725-300x128.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/womans_hand_holding_heart__1584887349_16725-768x328.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While it may seem that taking care of your teeth and gums is\npurely a matter of oral health, the reality is that it can have far-reaching effects.\nScientists and medical professionals have found evidence of a relationship\nbetween dental and cardiovascular health. If you\u2019re wondering what it is,\ncontinue reading to learn more from a dentist in Crown Point. Additionally, you\u2019ll\ndiscover just how important it is to maintain regular visits for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">preventive care<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Matter of Blood<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The blood that permeates your gums doesn\u2019t just stay there.\nIt also flows to other parts of your body. Therefore, if you develop gum\ndisease, which is prevalent among millions of adult Americans, plaque-filled\nblood can eventually cause havoc in other parts of your body. If the sticky substance\nmakes it to your arteries, the problems can suddenly become life-threatening,\nas it can cause blockages. This can result in heart disease or cardiac arrest. So\nyes, the maintenance of your oral health is that serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Better Dental Care for Improved Heart Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the different parts of your body are all connected in\nsome form or fashion, when you make improvements in one area, it can have positive\nresidual effects elsewhere. Here are some oral health tips that will help to protect\nyour heart:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Brush and floss at least two times a day to keep\noral bacteria at bay.<\/li><li>Be sure to drink at least a glass of water after\nevery meal to help flush debris from your mouth.<\/li><li>Monitor how much sugar you eat and consider\nalternatives like xylitol and stevia.<\/li><li>Pay attention to your gum health. If you notice\nany bleeding, reach out to a local dentist to request a visit.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Build a Relationship with a Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to wait until you have a problem on your\nhands to start working with a dentist. In fact, being proactive about your\ndental care is one of the main ways of preventing oral health issues. Make it a\nhabit to visit every six months for preventive care, which includes having your\nteeth cleaned and examined. In doing so, you\u2019ll have the peace-of-mind of\nknowing that any encroaching oral bacteria, plaque and tartar are kept in check.\nIt also provides a way to identify any budding issues earlier. Thus, you and\nthe dentist can develop a plan of action to restore your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By putting these simple pieces to the oral and\ncardiovascular puzzle together, you can enjoy better overall wellness, and lead\na happier and more fulfilling life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Danny Hayes is a graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry. Since entering the dental field, he has maintained the same drive to learn, which is why he has taken several hours of continuing education in a wide variety of treatment areas. Dr. Hayes\u2019 commitment to excellence has allowed him to provide the best in preventive dentistry for the past 14 years. He treats patients at Advanced Dental Concepts, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adc4smiles.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While it may seem that taking care of your teeth and gums is purely a matter of oral health, the reality is that it can have far-reaching effects. Scientists and medical professionals have found evidence of a relationship between dental and cardiovascular health. 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