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Comprehensive Oral Care
Simply put, brushing is not
enough. Although sonic toothbrushes perform better and faster than manual
brushing, no toothbrush cleans between teeth and below the gum line as
effectively as flossing. Failure to clean these areas thoroughly is a major
cause of tooth decay, gingivitis, and gum disease. Bad breath may be more than
just embarrassing. Most bad breath is caused by excessive bacteria on the
tongue, teeth, and gums. Thorough tongue cleaning dramatically reduces the
number of bacteria in your mouth; freshening your breath and protecting your
teeth. Because good oral care is about more than just brushing, Cybersonic
provides a complete oral care solution that includes sonic brushing, flossing,
tongue cleaning, and tooth whitening.
Diabetes and Oral Care
Diabetes affects glucose levels
and the body's ability to fight infection. Combined, these two factors make
diabetics especially prone to dental problems including tooth decay, periodontal
(gum) disease, oral fungal infections (oral candidiasis), and oral lesions
(lichen planus). Even when the condition is kept under control, diabetics are
advised to be extra thorough in their oral care regimen. Sufferers should follow
a comprehensive oral care routine including brushing with a fluoride toothpaste,
routine flossing, and regular dentist visits.
More information:
Diabetes and Your Oral Health
- American Dental Association
Heart Disease and Oral Care
New research has discovered a link between poor oral care and heart disease.
Recent studies have determined that bacteria from the gum line can travel
throughout the circulatory system and are found in arterial plaques that cause
hardening of the arteries and heart attacks. While a causal link has not been
proven, the American Academy of Periodontology is recommending that people pay
special attention to complete oral care, including cleaning between teeth and
below the gum line, especially for those with other heart disease risk factors.
An association has also been found between gum disease and Infective
Endocarditis, a potentially fatal infection of the heart valves.
More information:
Levels of Bacteria in Plaque
Beneath the Gum Line May Increase Risk for Heart Attacks - American Academy of
Periodontology
Strokes and Oral Care
University researchers have discovered a link between the risk of strokes
and periodontal disease. Their research has demonstrated that persistent gum
disease (periodontal disease) and poor oral health has a strong association with
the risk of suffering from a stroke.
More information: Antibodies to
Periodontal Pathogens and Stroke Risk - American Heart Association
Pregnancy and Oral Care
Changes in hormone levels during pregnancy promote an inflammation termed
pregnancy gingivitis. Research indicates that a decreased ability to fight off
infections makes pregnant women more susceptible to tooth decay, gingivitis and
other inflammations, and periodontal (gum) disease. Beyond the potential damage
to the expectant mother's teeth, serious periodontal disease has been linked to
premature birth, low birth weight, and certain amniotic fluid infections.
More information: Pregnancy
Gingivitis and Pregnancy Tumors - WebMD
More resources:
Dental Care and
Diabetes - WebMD
Dental care and
diabetes: Guide to a healthy mouth - CNN.com Health Library
Oral Health,
Heart Health - Journal of the American Dental Association
Steps to a
Healthy Pregnancy - American Academy of Periodontology
Diabetes
Toothbrush - More information on unique oral care needs of diabetes sufferers
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