Do not neglect your dental health! As published in the Journal of Periodontology and the American Journal of Cardiology, dental infections may trigger a stroke and heart disease. And in addition to regular brushing and routine dental examination every six months, eating good diet will also support the health of your teeth and mouth.
What is the relation between teeth and heart disease? On an infected tooth, bacteria originating from the network buffer going into the teeth of blood vessels and can transport to all vital organs and cause infection, so that not only the risk of heart disease and stroke , but can also increase the threat to patients with diabetes and respiratory disease.
As we already know, in order to maintain healthy teeth and mouth, we recommended to brush your teeth at least two times a day with toothpaste that contains fluoride and check regularly to the dentist at least six months. However, dental and oral health is also determined by the food and beverages we consume. Therefore, check out the following tips:
- Drinking Enough Water
Water not only serves as a white-busting thirst. With drinking water, accumulate dirt and bacteria in the mouth are also washed away. - Avoid soft drinks
Level of acidity of cola and other soda will damage tooth enamel so teeth become brittle can cause tooth decay (caries). - Reduce Food Sweet and Sticky
Foods that are sweet and sticky like candy more easily stuck to the teeth and leave the sugar in there, so it can be used by bacteria as a place to grow and create an atmosphere so sour mouth into gear easily perforated. - Expand Vegetables and Fresh Fruit
Vegetables and fruits are rich in fiber becomes a natural cleanser for the teeth and gums. In addition, fiber is also capable of removing bacteria and plaque. Saliva during chewing out the fiber can help maintain our oral pH balance. Select fruits that are also rich in vitamin C, which can help improve your teeth and mouth tissue that is damaged, it can also prevent infection. - Try Black Tea Consumption
The research of University of Illinois College of Dentistry found that black tea can suppress the growth of bacteria that cause cavities and gingivitis.
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