{"id":202,"date":"2021-02-02T17:53:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-02T17:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/?p=202"},"modified":"2021-02-19T17:53:28","modified_gmt":"2021-02-19T17:53:28","slug":"celebrate-american-heart-month-prevent-gum-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/2021\/02\/02\/celebrate-american-heart-month-prevent-gum-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate American Heart Month by Taking Care of Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/holding-heart-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"woman holding a red love heart in her hands \" class=\"wp-image-203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/holding-heart-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/holding-heart-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/holding-heart-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/holding-heart-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/holding-heart-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re like most people, you associate February with flowers, chocolates, and heart-shaped candies. However, that\u2019s not the only heart you should be thinking about! February is also American Heart Month, which means that now is the perfect time to learn about keeping your heart healthy. One easy way to do that is by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">preventing<\/a> gum disease, which has been directly linked to cardiovascular issues. Here\u2019s what you need to know about how caring for your smile can benefit your heart health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Exactly Is Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Also called periodontal disease, gum disease is an infection in the gums and other tissues that support the teeth. In its early stage, known as gingivitis, you may not even notice that you have it. Gingivitis typically only presents mild symptoms, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gums that appear swollen or red<\/li><li>Tender or sore gums<\/li><li>Minor discomfort when chewing<\/li><li>Gums that bleed when brushing or flossing<\/li><li>Receding gums<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If gingivitis is allowed to progress to its second stage (periodontitis), your smile could be permanently damaged. At this point, bacteria attack the jawbone that keeps your teeth in place. Your teeth may shift, loosen, or even fall out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Connection Between Gum Disease &amp; Heart Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tooth loss isn\u2019t the only complication of gum disease. Multiple studies have confirmed that having gum disease increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The prevailing theory of this connection involves inflammation. When too many bacteria accumulate in the mouth, the gums become inflamed. Then, a chain reaction of inflammation is sent throughout the body, eventually leading to the heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why if you want to look after the health of your heart, you should do your utmost to prevent gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Preventing Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoiding gum disease doesn\u2019t involve doing anything you shouldn\u2019t already be doing to keep your smile healthy. Make sure to do the following to prevent the buildup of bacteria and plaque:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time. Pay close attention to the area where your teeth meet your gums.<\/li><li>Floss at least once a day, ideally right before bed.<\/li><li>Visit your dentist twice a year for routine <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/check-ups-cleanings.html\">checkups and cleanings<\/a>. They can often detect early signs of gum disease before you\u2019re even aware that you have it, making treatment easier and more likely to be successful.<\/li><li>Quit using tobacco products. They\u2019re harmful to not just your smile, but your overall health too.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping your heart healthy starts with taking good care of your smile. If you don\u2019t have your next dental checkup scheduled, what better time to do so than during American Heart Month?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Crovatto &amp; Edwards Family Dentistry, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/meet-dr-crovatto.html\">Dr. Steven Crovatto<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/meet-dr-edwards.html\">Dr. Megan Edwards<\/a> prioritize the comfort of our patients in the Orange Park, FL area. Their combined expertise and dedication to providing top-notch dental care helps each and every patient have a personalized, high-quality experience at our office. We\u2019re happy to provide guidance for preventing gum disease as well as comfortable treatments for patients who have it. If you\u2019re interested in keeping your smile and your heart healthy, contact us via our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crovattoandedwards.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">website<\/a>&nbsp;or by calling (904) 272-0800.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re like most people, you associate February with flowers, chocolates, and heart-shaped candies. However, that\u2019s not the only heart you should be thinking about! February is also American Heart Month, which means that now is the perfect time to learn about keeping your heart healthy. 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