SD Naturals Cleaning + Polishing Paste - 100ml

DENTAL CARE

Why Is Dental Care So Important?

Did you know that the health of our oral cavity reflects the state of our health and disease? Indeed, many health conditions and medications can impact the health of our oral tissues. Moreover, many diseases that affect the mouth (cavities, gum disease, and plaque) can also have a significant systemic impact, which is why dental care is so important.

The best example of this is the bacteria that causes gum disease, which has been shown to have the ability to travel through the body, triggering inflammation in the heart's vessels and causing infection in the heart valves. Poor dental care is known to increase our risk of heart disease in general, with those affected having a two- to three-times higher risk of suffering a heart attack, stroke, or another serious cardiovascular event.

In addition to cleaning and protecting your teeth and gums from periodontal diseases and cavities, paying attention to the oral hygiene products you use is essential. Opting for natural and organic toothpaste, mouthwash, and other oral care products, you avoid artificial colours, flavours, preservatives, and other potentially toxic ingredients. Beyond daily brushing, flossing is also critical to keep bacteria under control. Visiting a dentist one to two times per year for a check-up and cleaning is also vital for optimal dental care.

Conditions Associated With Poor Oral Hygiene

Good oral hygiene allows you to chew, taste, and swallow food properly, speak clearly, and express yourself through all sorts of facial expressions. Research has shown that poor dental care is associated with a range of health conditions, including:

- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Cavities, Tooth Decay, Poor Oral Hygiene
- Diabetes
- Endocarditis
- Gingivitis (gum disease)
- Poor Dental Care Can Cause Halitosis (bad breath)
- Heart Disease
- Periodontitis
- Respiratory Diseases

Natural Dental And Mouth Care Products

Whether you’re shopping for a breath freshener, toothpaste, dental floss, lip balm, or something for canker sores, you simply cannot go wrong by choosing natural. Indeed, natural and organic dental and mouth care products abound on the market and can be found in a variety of venues, including health food stores, supermarkets, pharmacies, and online health supplement retailers. Look for safe and effective products that feature ingredients sourced and derived from nature. Also, abstain from products that contain artificial flavours, fragrances, colours, sweeteners, preservatives, or anything overly chemical sounding.