The Scottish Health Survey which included more that 11,000 adults, has uncovered more evidence that oral hygiene may be related to diabetes and heart disease. There were two studies done by the Scottish Health Society.
One study suggests that an oral health screening should be done on patients with diabetes and should be screened regularly under routine diabetes maintenance. This is due to the fact that treating patients with type II diabetes with periodontal therapy seemed to lower their blood sugar.
The second study suggests that people who brush their teeth two or more times a day have a lower risk of heart disease than people who brush less regularly. This study supports what our hygienists have been telling us all for years: the more you brush the better it is not only for your teeth, but your heart as well.
The two studies ultimately reinforce the ideology of preventative dentistry. They support that oral care can have a significant impact on ones heart and blood health. If you don’t have a regular care dentist call Dr. Bonnick’s office today to schedule an exam (336) 841-0000, or visit us online for more details www.relaxdds.com.
- The information above was found in August 2010 issue of AGD Impact*
