Oral Hygiene Tip of the Month – January

By Signature Smiles 02 Jan, 2018 Uncategorized

Did you know oral health and general health are related in four major ways?

Did you know oral health and general health are related in four major ways?

1. Poor oral health is significantly associated with major chronic diseases
2. Poor oral health may cause disability
3. Oral health issues and major diseases share common risk factors
4. General health problems may cause or worsen oral health conditions. To prevent disease, simply ensure you are; tooth brushing (twice daily), cleaning daily in between your teeth (with floss, piksters or any other tool), consuming a healthy diet with plenty of water and visiting your dentist regularly. Prevention is better than cure!