{"id":5214,"date":"2020-09-13T07:29:25","date_gmt":"2020-09-13T14:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/?p=5214"},"modified":"2025-06-23T15:07:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T15:07:04","slug":"could-brushing-flossing-prevent-a-heart-attack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carolinacompletedental.com\/blog\/could-brushing-flossing-prevent-a-heart-attack\/","title":{"rendered":"Could Brushing &#038; Flossing Prevent a Heart Attack?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of healthy lifestyle choices benefit more than one system within your body. Eating well, exercising, good sleep, and fresh air all support a lot of your physical needs. So, it shouldn\u2019t be surprising that what hurts one area of your health can easily hurt another area, too. An important (though less known) connection in your health systems is the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/theheartattackandstrokepreventioncenter.com\/blog\/the-oral-systemic-connection-how-bacteria-in-your-mouth-can-harm-your-heart\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">connection between oral hygiene and heart health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart Disease<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your mouth is home to countless kinds of bacteria. Most of these bacteria are normal and good, but some may put you at a higher risk of cardiovascular (heart) disease. Heart disease is an umbrella term that covers a wide array of less-than-desirable conditions in your heart and its connecting vessels. Your heart muscle, valves, and rhythm can all be affected by heart disease.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If something prevents your heart and blood vessels from working properly, the consequences can be devastating. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to know how your oral health and other lifestyle factors can support (or hurt) your heart health. If you have <a href=\"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/services\/family-dentistry\/#GumDisease\">gum disease<\/a> or dental plaque, you are at an increased risk of developing heart disease.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gum disease isn\u2019t always obvious, though somewhere around 50% of all adults will get it. Warning signs include redness, swollen, and receding gums. The same bacteria that cause these problems also put your heart at risk.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science shows that some bad oral bacteria can travel through your bloodstream and harm not only other parts of your body but the arteries they travel through.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harmful oral bacteria can cause:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased cholesterol buildup in your arteries<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arterial walls to thin and become more vulnerable<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arterial walls to become sticky and attract more cholesterol and other pathogens<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The buildup in your arteries blocks your blood flow and can cause a heart attack or stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can see how keeping a close eye on your oral health can compound positive effects. And the good news is that oral hygiene is simple and anyone can do it. (Even children need daily oral hygiene habits and should be taught how to care for their mouths.)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevent oral problems and heart disease by:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brushing your teeth for two minutes twice a day<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flossing once a day<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting routine dental cleanings and check-ups<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating a balanced diet with limited snacking between meals<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bonus: eating a diet rich in unprocessed foods and vegetables supports heart health, too! See, everything really is connected.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy Lifestyle for a Healthy Life<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The health of your mouth can affect countless other health concerns and desires you might have. Oral health supports your sleep, heart, digestion, immune system, brain, and pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The field of research that studies these kinds of connections is called the oral-systemic link. As research grows, we know a few things for sure. Prevention is everything, and knowing your risk factors is always important. Having relationships with a doctor and a dentist you trust can help give you the life satisfaction you desire.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your health is truly a tightly woven map of interconnected parts and systems. Don\u2019t be overwhelmed by everything there is to know, but find the right health care providers, and definitely make use of all the simple ways you can take care of yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dentists are Doctors&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dentists are medical professionals who can take care of a wide range of health and wellness needs. If you are looking for a Goose Creek dentist who can get you on the right track, come to see <a href=\"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/about-us\/\">Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams<\/a> at Carolina Complete Dental. <a href=\"\/contact-us\/\">Make an appointment<\/a> and let our team of caring, knowledgeable staff give you the smile and the life you want.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The content of this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A lot of healthy lifestyle choices benefit more than one system within your body. Eating well, exercising, good sleep, and fresh air all support a lot of your physical needs. So, it shouldn\u2019t be surprising that what hurts one area of your health can easily hurt another area, too. 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