Importance of Preventative Dental Care

Preventing dental problems before they have time to get started is the most direct and cost-effective approach to oral health. The team at Lund Dental Associates makes it our priority to deliver quality dental care to each of our patients because we care about your oral health and want you to have a healthy smile for the rest of your life.

Poor Oral Health Linked to Other Health Issues

We would like our patients to know that a healthy mouth is essential to the overall health of your body and that problems with your teeth and gums can lead to other health issues. In fact, research has proven that there is a link between oral health problems and serious health issues like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and respiratory problems.

When a problem begins in your mouth like gum disease and it's not treated, it can lead to you getting an infection which could go unnoticed. And anytime you have an infection in your body, it can cause a whole host of problems. This is why preventative dental care is of the utmost importance.

Practicing Preventative Dental Care

Of course brushing and flossing well every day is crucial to maintaining your oral health. But, you also should see a dentist regularly so that he or she can conduct a thorough examination to look for problems with your teeth and gums. Only a trained dentist can diagnose a possible problem in your mouth before it becomes a major issue. Your dentist also is able to spot a very small cavity and repair it before the tooth becomes so damaged that it weakens, must be extracted or need a root canal. And, if tartar builds up under the gum line, a proper cleaning by a dental hygienist using special tools can remove the tartar so that it cannot lead to an irritation or infection.

A good way to practice preventative dental care besides seeing a dentist and brushing & flossing regularly is to eat a well-balanced diet. Foods high in sugar are very destructive to your teeth and the destruction can continue for several minutes after you have eaten the sugary food. If you cannot abstain from eating sugary foods then you should see to it that you brush and floss after consuming sugary snacks.