February 21, 2016

Did you know that healthy gums may also mean a healthier heart? At Dental Care Today, we like to celebrate American Heart Month by educating our favorite patients on the strong links between heart health and oral health. Research has shown that chronic periodontal (gum) disease can lead towards heart disease, which is a scary thought! Dr. E. Dale Behner and the entire team Dental Care Today recommend you schedule an appointment with our office today if you suspect gum disease in Indianapolis, IN, is ravaging in your mouth. We can help stop the problem before it gets worse.

How are Heart Health and Oral Health Related?

Recent studies have shown correlations amongst almost every part of our anatomy. That means our entire body works together to create a strong, healthy personage. If one area is weak or failing, it can affect the rest of the body. For example, scientists have conducted studies that show the link between heart health and oral health. If you suffer from gum disease, the bacteria that has collected in your gums can slide into the bloodstream and travel with the rest of the blood toward your heart. Once there, it can set up shop in the arteries and cause inflammation and clogging. The best way to prevent gum disease and therefore also help prevent heart disease is to:

  • Practice good oral hygiene habits, including brushing at least twice daily.
  • Floss in between teeth and along the gum line every single day.
  • Meet regularly with your favorite dentist, Dr. Behner.

Contact Dental Care Today

Gum disease in Indianapolis, IN, is nothing to mess around with. If you suffer from swollen gums, sensitive teeth and a receding gum line, you may have gum disease. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment. We can help you overcome the ill effects and ensure you are better protected against the danger of heart disease. Call our office today at (317) 348-3927.

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