{"id":6,"date":"2020-08-20T18:36:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-20T18:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wemakeyousmilenaples.com\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2020-09-11T18:36:15","modified_gmt":"2020-09-11T18:36:15","slug":"dentist-shares-how-oral-health-impacts-the-immune-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wemakeyousmilenaples.com\/blog\/2020\/08\/20\/dentist-shares-how-oral-health-impacts-the-immune-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Oral Health & Your Immune System: Another Reason to Take Care of Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Amid a global pandemic, one important thing is on everyone\u2019s mind: staying safe. Thankfully, infection control measures like face coverings, social distancing guidelines, and extensive hand hygiene have played an instrumental role in making that possible. However, prioritizing the strength of your immune system is equally as important. Read on for how your oral health can help and four safety measures your dentist is implementing at your appointment during COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

So, How Does Oral Health Affect Your Immune System?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When an infection first forms in your mouth, your body sends infection-fighting cells to the area. While initially this is a good response, it can weaken your immune system and leave your body vulnerable to viruses in the long-term. From there, the harmful bacteria can enter your bloodstream and make its way to your vital organs, which can lead to health concerns like cardiovascular and lung disease. Fortunately, your dentist can help prevent this from happening to you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Your Dentist Can Help Keep Your Immune System Strong<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to your mouth\u2019s proximity to your brain and digestive tract, a neglected infection can be especially risky. Fortunately, your dentist can help prevent an infection from forming by conducting a professional cleaning and catching small dental problems before they turn into large health concerns. Plus, they can provide you with product recommendations and tips for keeping your oral health in tip-top shape from home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 Safety Measures Your Dentist Is Implementing During COVID-19<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Long before 2020, your dentist followed extensive sanitation and safety measures put forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration. While those protocols continue to serve an important purpose, your dental team is implementing additional practices in light of the current pandemic:<\/p>\n\n\n\n