Despite the last couple of challenging years, the good news about our country's wellness is that more than seven in ten Australians feel 'well and in good health.' This positive outlook endures in numerous ways, and surveys show that we are thinking more about healthy practices. One specific area researchers notice is that "Australians are keenly aware of looking after their health by watching what they eat."
But a healthy diet is not all that impacts your overall well-being. Good oral hygiene and dental health, a factor that has often been overlooked, are quite instrumental in maintaining your body's general health. And one tool that Dr Matthew Kinsella's dental team uses is routine teeth cleans. With faithful adherence to regular cleaning visits, you can significantly improve your health.
How Dental Care Relates to Overall Health
Modern health science consistently reinforces the holistic nature of your body's health. Problems such as infection in one area can cascade through several bodily systems. This holds with your oral health. Problems with persistent infections in your teeth and gums can exacerbate other systemic illnesses, including:
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Arthritis
- Respiratory disease
- Dementia
- Pregnancy complications and low birth weight
If you visit your West Perth dentist regularly, we can remove the plaque that causes tooth decay and gum disease, with our skilled hygienists using specialty tools that reach areas your toothbrush and floss cannot. This protects your teeth from cavities and more pronounced dental problems.
Early Detection Means Less Invasive Care
As a part of your regular dental cleaning, Dr Kinsella will also carefully examine your mouth and teeth for potential issues. We can examine anything that catches his trained eye with advanced diagnostic and imaging equipment, catching potential problems at their earliest stages.
In dentistry, early detection allows us to treat a tooth issue simply while saving as much of your natural tooth structure as possible.
Regular Dental Cleanings in West Perth
Our whole team is excited to see you for your regular visits because we know how vital they are to your overall well-being. Good dental care can be the cornerstone to enjoying good overall health and can help alleviate other systemic health challenges.
To learn more, we invite you to schedule an appointment today.