It’s no secret that dentists are passionate about teeth. After all, they’ve dedicated their whole life to dental care! But what makes dentistry and oral hygiene so important? To find out, we asked the experts at Legacy Dental Arts in Eagle River, Alaska. 

To start, we must first explore what good oral hygiene is. Most experts agree that you should be brushing and flossing at least twice a day and visiting the dentist for checkups and teeth cleanings twice a year. You should also eat a low-sugar diet that has plenty of calcium. When followed consistently, an oral health care routine can have a positive impact on your overall health and wellness. 

But why is this necessary? Primarily, taking care of your teeth leads to less plaque, tartar, and cavities, and can reduce the need for emergency dentist visits. In addition, it can keep you from developing halitosis, or “bad breath.” That alone is reason enough to take care of your teeth, but dentists would add that there are plenty of important reasons. 

Research has shown that people who have clean mouths are less likely to suffer from heart disease, which is the leading killer among adults. Who knew that there was such a simple way to reduce the risk of such an awful disease?

In addition, good dentistry habits can lead to better outcomes during pregnancy. Women who care for their teeth are more likely to have healthy babies with less complications during delivery. 

It’s easy to see why dentists are so passionate about taking care of teeth. They see the benefits of good oral hygiene and want others to see them, too. If you’re ready to take charge of your oral hygiene, call (907) 62-BRUSH to speak with the dentists at Legacy Dental Arts in Eagle River, AK. You can also visit the dentists online.