Oral Hygiene Ritual (and how a poor routine can be making you ill)

Researchers know there's a synergic relationship between oral health and overall wellness.

Aside from the many reasons as to how this comes to be, our gums are rich with blood vessels. If we suffer from gum disease or oral infections, the blood vessels are used to transport the pathogens to different parts of the body. This means that the longer the disease is present, the more likely it is for it to start affecting other organs, causing you to feel tired and worn out.


And whilst there are many reasons why you may be feeling tired, and chronic fatigue can be caused by a number of major health issues like diabetes, lung disease, and heart failure, did you know that a daily oral hygiene ritual can reduce your chances of developing these debilitating diseases?


In one recent study, people with serious gum disease were 40% more likely to have a chronic condition on top of it. In fact, conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, respiratory tract infections, and depression have been linked to the presence of gum disease.


Along with these more serious conditions, bacterial build up in your mouth can also affect other aspects of your health. Such as:


Weight Loss

There is a close connection between your oral care and those extra kg’s you can’t seem to get rid of. The inflammation from gum disease causes stress in the body, causing metabolic and circulatory problems, which could be interfering with your attempts to lose weight.

According to this article by the dental care centre Woburn, MA by practicing good oral hygiene, you can prevent gum disease and can stop the frustration caused when all that walking on the treadmill doesn’t seem to be getting you where you want to go weight-wise!

Digestion

When you constantly swallow oral bacteria, it can directly impact your digestive health. If you don’t have a very powerful immune system to begin with, this means that you’re likely to have repeat gut-infections, which will diminish your energy levels.

Hormones

Poor oral health has been linked to hormonal fluctuations, reproductive issues, and endocrine disorders. 


Mental well-being

People with poor oral health are more likely to have emotional and self-image problems. This isn’t really surprising when you think of the negative social effects caused by such things as bad breath, missing or stained teeth, and receding gums – all caused by gum disease.


Having healthy teeth and gums makes you feel good about yourself, giving you the confidence you need in social situations. 


Skin Health 

Poor oral health can also even affect the appearance and health of your skin

celebrity aesthetic dentist Grace Goar Vershinina, says

"The condition of your teeth and gums has a significant impact on their overall health and skin health. Because the mouth is a gate, a primary entryway into the body, poor oral health can have negative consequences for the entire body. Bacteria from the mouth can easily get into the bloodstream and cause inflammation, infection, and disease." And yes, it can most definitely impact the status of your skin regardless of how great your skincare routine is, how clean your diet may be, or even the number of times you hit the gym per week.


"You may be on a healthy diet, exercising daily, using the best skincare products, but if you have dental problems, poor oral hygiene, silent dental infection, different types of metal restoration in your body (aka fillings, etc.), your skin most likely won’t have that healthy glow because a healthy mouth contributes to healthy skin."


By taking just five-thirty minutes each day (depending on how much time you have) to follow a good oral hygiene routine, you reap the priceless reward of feeling great about yourself the rest of the day!

Prevention is always better than cure.

Oral Care Kit

an all-in-one ritual pack to improve your oral health