Some Surprising Facts about Teeth
We have always been taught to take good care of our teeth and gums. We
have been taught what food to eat and what to avoid. Also we are taught by our
parents and teachers as to how we should brush our teeth and what toothbrush we
should use. We always thought this is just about oral care but we are in
surprise. Oral care is just not related to healthy gums, avoiding bad smell
from mouth and having sparkling white teeth. It goes much beyond it and its
benefits are manifolds. As per a research, our oral and gum problems increases
the chance of having cardiovascular diseases by almost 25 % and diabetes by
almost 18 %.
Our
heart problems and oral care is related we must have seen that not all who have
heart problems are heavy smokers or alcoholics. Many people have chronic gum
infections like excessive tarter accumulation on the teeth. This results in
mouth bacteria getting transmitted to the blood vessels. This infection further
results in clogging of arteries and eventually into stroke.
Unhealthy Gums and
Premature delivery Many pregnant ladies suffer from inflammatory gum disease.
This is caused due to high levels of estrogen and progesterone produced in
their bodies. The bacteria in their mouth come in close contact with blood
vessels surrounding the gums and causes bleeding. Poor hygiene and oral habits
results in release of prostaglandins. This causes premature delivery with low
birth weight.
Oral Hygiene and Diabetic complications Diabetic causes resistance of gum
diseases difficult. It is therefore advisable to maintaining healthy oral
habits and effective treatment of gums. This will help an individual improve
certain diabetic complications, especially hyperglycemia.
Some advice for better teeth 1.
Brushing should always be done in circular and linear motion and not
horizontal. 2. Brushing should be followed by a proper tongue cleaning session.
It prevents bad breath. 3. Use alcohol free mouth wash. 4. Pay regular visit to
your dentist.
Dr. Namrata Risbud
Ayurvedic Physician