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WE HEAR IT OFTEN, BUT WHY AREN’T WE TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THIS WELL-KNOWN BENEFIT?
By Dr. Richard J. Staller, D.D.S., F.A.G.D., F.I.C.O.I., F.A.S.D. and Dr. Axel McGuffie, D.M.D.
Many of us do our best to exercise and get the most out of our chosen workout routine, whether it’s walking, running, biking, hiking, yoga or any other form of exercise. Some of us do it to look our best and some of us do it simply for the overall health benefits. We want the healthiest life possible to help us live a longer, happier life.
To do this, we check out the latest techniques and read the most current articles to help us decide what might be best for us. We often hear celebrity doctors on television speak about the latest holistic approach to living healthier lives. What you’re not hearing is that there is one simple way to help prevent many illnesses and defend against disease.
If you know that the mouth is the gateway to the body, then it’s not so surprising that good oral health in conjunction with a healthy diet can aid in the prevention of overall health problems.
The Mouth-Body Connection
You may already be conscious of what you’re putting into your mouth to eat, which is a great start. However, are you aware of how important it is to maintain good oral hygiene? You can eat all the vegetables you want, but without good oral hygiene, you’re at risk for periodontal (gum) disease that eventually leads to many health risks like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, pregnancy problems and even pneumonia caused by bacteria.
In a recent study performed by the American Dental Association, people with serious gum disease were 40% more likely to have a chronic condition on top of gum disease. In fact, a whopping 91% of people with heart disease have gum disease. If that doesn’t make you want to maintain good oral health, I don’t know what will.
Solutions For Better Oral Health
Avoiding regularly scheduled hygiene visits can increase your risk of developing health issues. Why put yourself at risk? Start practicing these 3 very easy steps that will help you live the healthy lifestyle you deserve.
• Visit your dental professional at least twice a year. These regularly scheduled appointments will allow the doctor to help you in your quest for better overall health.
• Brush and floss your teeth regularly. After you visit your dental professional, it’s easy to get back into the same routine of neglecting your oral health by skipping a night of brushing before bed. Stay on track and focus on the goal of helping yourself reach the healthy you that you desire.
• During your hygiene visit, be sure to ask if they offer oral cancer screenings as well. Your dentist will be able to uncover any symptoms or signs of oral cancer from beginning to advanced stages. We’ve already saved lives with this amazing new technology.
What If I Don’t Like The Dentist?
If you are convinced that the dental office is a scary place to go, then think again. Do your research and seek out a dentist with advanced, state-of-the-art equipment and technology designed with the patient in mind. In most cases, gone are the days of the dreaded, painful visit.
If you still have doubts, take a little time to come visit our office in Delray Beach. We are Advanced Dentistry South Florida located on Jog Road next to Atlantic Blvd. We offer all phases of dental care in one location with doctors who specialize in general and cosmetic dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery and more. We are known for our “spa-like” atmosphere that has been designed to keep you comfortable from the moment you walk through the doors in front of the water wall to the pleasant dental staff who assist you at the end of your visit. Our comfort menu is available with many items, including on-demand movies, drinks and snacks, fresh blankets to keep you warm if you get cold, massage chairs (with or without heat), tablets with wifi and much more to help you feel comfortable, relaxed and stress-free during your visit.
So, stop neglecting your body by practicing bad oral health. Practice great oral health with the help of a dental professional to help aid in the prevention of many health issues that plague society today. Your body will thank you!
Dr. Richard J. Staller and Dr. Axel McGuffie at Advanced Dentistry South Florida in Delray Beach have each contributed to the authorship of this article. A few distinctions that set our doctors apart are the fact that we are on staff at Delray Medical Center, Boca Raton Regional Hospital and West Boca Medical Center where one has performed the hospital’s first operating room general dentistry case. Also, Advanced Dentistry South Florida is on the faculty for Florida Atlantic University’s School of Medicine and is the official FAU Team Dentist. We have been named the “Best Dentist in Delray Beach” three years in a row now and we also maintain a busy lecture schedule, speaking extensively all over the United States on topics such as implants, cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
Our doctors have appeared on network television and radio numerous times and have also done research and presentations on dental lasers and authored articles that have appeared in notable dental publications. A few prestigious societies we are proud to be a part of are: The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, A Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, The American Academy of Implant Dentistry, The International Academy for Sports Dentistry, A Fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and others.
Advanced Dentistry South Florida is dedicated to giving back to the community by participating in Habitat for Humanity, Boca Helping Hands, Alzheimer Walks, and giving 10% of profits to charity. We are honored to have been named Best Place to Work by South Florida Business Journal in 2015, and Best Dentist in Delray Beach by the Sun Sentinel Delray Forum in 2013, 2014 and once again in 2015. Contact 561-921-8788 today to set up your initial visit.
