{"id":175,"date":"2019-01-03T17:44:56","date_gmt":"2019-01-03T17:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bestclevelandsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=175"},"modified":"2019-02-05T17:45:14","modified_gmt":"2019-02-05T17:45:14","slug":"3-ways-promote-oral-health-2019-dentist-parma-heights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestclevelandsmiles.com\/blog\/3-ways-promote-oral-health-2019-dentist-parma-heights\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways to Promote Your Oral Health in 2019 with Your Dentist in Parma Heights"},"content":{"rendered":"

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With the new year, many people make goals to improve their bodies, their minds, and their careers. Although these are all worthy causes, don\u2019t forget one important thing\u2014your mouth. Did you know that your oral health can impact your overall health? In fact, issues in the mouth have been linked to serious medical conditions like heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and more. So as you make resolutions this year, make a few to improve your oral health with these three ideas from your dentist in Parma Heights<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Prevent Gum Disease<\/h2>\n

Maybe your gums are little red or swollen. Maybe they bleed when you brush your teeth. It\u2019s not a big deal, right? Wrong. These are common signs of gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease. Gum disease is a condition in which the harmful bacteria in your mouth create acids that erode the connection between your teeth and your gums.<\/p>\n

If treated early, the effects of gingivitis can be reversed, but if left untreated, gum disease can cause permanent damage to your gums and supporting tissue and bone. Gum disease is also the most common cause of tooth loss. The good news is that you can do something about it.<\/p>\n

Although there are tooth restoration options for those who lose teeth, it is almost always better\u2014and certainly cheaper\u2014to keep and take good care of your natural teeth. To prevent gum disease, you need to have good oral habits, such as the following:<\/p>\n