{"id":418,"date":"2022-01-24T20:21:45","date_gmt":"2022-01-24T20:21:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/?p=418"},"modified":"2022-02-16T20:23:19","modified_gmt":"2022-02-16T20:23:19","slug":"reasons-why-flossing-in-dallas-is-essential","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/reasons-why-flossing-in-dallas-is-essential\/","title":{"rendered":"How Flossing in Dallas Can Be a Lifesaver"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"217\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_221072064__2___1645040841_32562-300x217.jpg\" alt=\"tooth using dental floss illustration\" class=\"wp-image-419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_221072064__2___1645040841_32562-300x217.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_221072064__2___1645040841_32562-768x556.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_221072064__2___1645040841_32562.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Flossing needs to get a new publicist. After all, brushing is the aspect of the oral care regimen that\u2019s usually in the spotlight. Whether everyone realizes it or not, flossing is very significant in its own right. In fact, regular flossing can even be a lifesaving act. Keep reading to learn from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/hygiene--cleanings.html\">your dentist<\/a> why daily flossing in Dallas matters so much for your oral health and your future, in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What If I Never Floss My Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can brush your teeth \u2019til the cows come home \u2013 if you aren\u2019t flossing as part of your oral hygiene routine, you\u2019re just asking for trouble. Food particles will accumulate between your teeth, which causes a sticky buildup of germs and bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When this film isn\u2019t removed by regular flossing, you can develop bad breath and tooth decay. Also, the bacteria accumulate along and beneath the gumline to eventually cause periodontal (gum) disease. And this is only the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can Periodontal Disease Take a Toll on My Body?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each time you go for a dental checkup, your dentist looks for preliminary stages of gum disease. This is important to identify early on since it is directly linked to numerous conditions that can occur throughout your body that can be serious or even life-threatening. Here are some consequences to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Heart Disease:<\/strong> Research has shown a direct connection between gum disease and heart disease. This includes many serious conditions like heart attacks and strokes.<\/li><li><strong>Diabetes:<\/strong> When a person has gum disease and diabetes, it makes each condition more severe. Advanced periodontal disease can raise blood sugar, which makes diabetes more difficult to control. Elevated blood sugar weakens the immune system and makes it tough to fight off oral infections.<\/li><li><strong>Respiratory Disease:<\/strong> Oral bacteria can move to your lungs and cause you to contract infections like pneumonia.<\/li><li><strong>Complications During Pregnancy:<\/strong> Any infection is a potential threat to a pregnant woman and her child. If bacteria in the gums reach the bloodstream, this is a potential trigger for premature labor and low birthweight.<\/li><li><strong>Cancer:<\/strong> Periodontal disease has been linked to cancer located in the kidneys, pancreas, and blood.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The next time you are getting ready to brush your teeth, remember what\u2019s at stake and make some time for flossing in Dallas, too. You\u2019ll have fewer cavities and fresher breath, plus you\u2019ll live longer and feel better along the way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/services.html\">Distinctive Dentistry<\/a>, we are committed to offering exceptional family dentistry to patients in Dallas and surrounding communities while utilizing cutting-edge technology. We accept dental insurance and financing is available, plus we offer a membership savings plan. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/meet-the-doctors.html\">Our dentists<\/a> hope that you are consistent about brushing and flossing so that you\u2019ll pass your biannual dental exam with flying colors. To schedule an appointment, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (770) 445-6606.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Flossing needs to get a new publicist. 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