Mouth-Body Connection – Weatherford, TX

How We Help Protect
Your Entire Body

The mouth-body connection, as the name suggests, describes the relationship between your mouth and the rest of your body. The entire body is an interconnected system, so a problem in one area is going to affect the others. The mouth is no exception; more and more studies are showing that the state of your oral health has a significant impact on your overall physical health. Fortunately, dentists have been aware of this for years, so you can count on us to provide the care you need to keep your entire body healthy.

Why Choose Wright Family Dentistry for Mouth-Body Connection?

  • Skilled, Knowledgeable Dental Team
  • Known for Friendly Customer Service
  • State of the Art Dental Technology

Gum Disease
and Your Health

When it comes to oral health issues that can cause damage beyond your mouth, gum disease is a prime example. This condition, also known as periodontal disease, occurs as a result of poor oral hygiene, which allows bacteria to infect the soft tissues in your mouth. Such an infection can severely damage the teeth and gums, but unfortunately the damage won’t necessarily be contained to that area. Your lungs, heart, bones, and blood-sugar levels can all be affected.

Bacteria’s Effect
on Gums

  • The bacteria in the gums can enter the bloodstream via the blood vessels in the mouth. This allows them to go to other parts of the body and cause secondary infections or contribute to existing diseases.
  • Your body will initiate an inflammatory response to try and fight gum disease. This can trigger heart problems, diabetes, kidney failure, and other conditions that are linked to inflammation.
  • When you inhale, you occasionally breathe in tiny droplets of saliva. This is normally harmless, but if the bacteria in gum disease mix with the saliva, you can breathe them in, eventually leading to respiratory problems and infections.
  • Gum disease can contribute to increased blood sugar levels, which in turn causes diabetes to become harder to control.
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