Maintaining your oral health should always be a priority. The Covid-19 pandemic caused quite an interruption to daily life, but while it is important to remain cautious, oral health should not be neglected. Complications that arise from poor oral health can affect the entire body, as well as one’s mental health and self-esteem.

Here are a few facts to help you better understand oral health complications:

• Bacterial plaque build-up developed by a poor oral routine at home is a form of gum disease.
  • To treat this inflammatory condition, schedule regular oral cleanings, which also hinders the progression of gingivitis and periodontitis. Regardless of your daily oral routine, plaque requires professional removal in between the teeth and underneath the gum tissue.
• Heart disease, stroke, rheumatoid arthritis, pregnancy complications, diabetes, and bacterial pneumonia have all been linked as an inflammatory response to gum disease.
• For patients worried about contracting Covid-19 at their local dental clinic, statistics show that the risk factors are actually significantly minimal, as many clinics continue to practice recommended Covid-19 CDC regulations.
• Oral diseases, such as periodontitis, have been shown in a study published in February 2021 in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology to cause further severe complications for patients that have contracted Covid-19.
• A staggering 47% of adults have developed periodontitis. Specialty care may be required if allowed to go untreated.
• Cosmetic surgeries are an excellent response to self-esteem issues stemming from poor dental hygiene, missing or cracked teeth, and other noticeable complications. There are cosmetic recommendations for most conditions – including tooth reshaping, teeth whitening, and dental implants.
• The American Dental Association has announced that elective dental care should no longer be postponed. Maintaining your oral health contributes to overall health and should not be delayed any longer.
• For those who fear dental surgical procedures, Pinnacle Dentistry offers sedation services to ease your anxiety and stress.

Taking care of your oral health has a positive impact on your overall health. Pinnacle Dentistry continues to follow Covid-19 protocols and encourages patients to schedule an appointment today to start managing their oral health. We look forward to helping you soon!