According to a recently published newsletter from the Health Sciences Institute, brushing your teeth could save your life. It may sound like an exaggeration, but dentists deeply understand how true this statement is for many of their patients. If you’re curious to know how proper dental hygiene can save your life, this blog can offer you some helpful tips. 

Professional Cleaning Goes A Long Way

Good oral hygiene has been shown to help prevent pneumonia, the disease responsible for more than 60,000 fatalities each year. It is known that bacteria developing along the gum line often accumulate in the throat. When your immune system is not performing at an optimum level, this can create serious respiratory problems, like pneumonia. Having your teeth cleaning on a regular basis greatly reduces this risk. 

Take Care Of Your Teeth, Take Care Of Your Heart

The health of your teeth and gums may also have a direct effect on the health of your heart. This isn’t really news — since the late 90s we’ve seen growing evidence that periodontal disease (an advanced form of gum inflammations) may be linked to an increased risk of heart disease. But research now shows that in addition to diligent brushing and flossing, using supplements of an important amino acid could provide another very effective defense against periodontal disease, and, in turn, pneumonia and heart disease. Some people take a supplement called glutathione, but this has shown to be ineffective. If you have been advised to take a supplement for periodontal disease, many more people have experienced better results with NAC supplements. You can find NAC supplements through most health food stores or online. 

An Attractive Smile Leaves A Lasting Impression!

If you’ve been diagnosed with periodontal disease, or are in treatment for it, please don’t slip up on your brushing and flossing. Take supplements along recommended guidelines and, by all means, eat a healthy diet that is as close to fresh as possible. Finally, maintain your regular dental checkups twice per year, or as recommended. It really could save your life.