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Smile. That is the first thing that people notice when they meet someone\u2014 and no one forgets a nice, welcoming smile.  But do we do enough to maintain our smile? \u2018White teeth\u2019 is not always synonymous with \u2018healthy oral cavity\u2019. Besides our teeth, our gums, tongue, other soft tissues, bone as well as healthy oral flora, all contribute towards our oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Neglect of Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

More than often, people neglect their dental health and reserve their visits to the dentist for emergencies. Many are afraid of the dentist and his chair\u2014but what people fail to understand is that in dentistry neglect is more harmful than the disease itself. Halitosis (bad breath), deposition of plaque and calculus, caries etc are just some of the immediate effects of poor oral hygiene. Several oral issues can go unidentified and by the time symptoms start presenting themselves the damage might be irreversible. Hence, following the basic oral hygiene instructions alongside a regular visit to the dentist can be beneficial in keeping your oral health in check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral Health and Systemic Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is a lesser known connection between oral and overall body health\u2014poorly maintained oral health is not only a threat to your social status but is also a hazard to the rest of your body. Significant associations between oral health status and systemic diseases have been reported\u2014these include Cardiovascular diseases, Diabetes<\/strong><\/a> and other Metabolic diseases, Obesity, Sleep Apnoea and various Cancers. In fact, initial manifestations of several systemic ailments\u2014for example Sjogren Syndrome\u2014 are found in the oral cavity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Direct relations of oral health with systemic health have also been established\u2014periodontitis, commonly known as pyorrhoea, has a two-way relation with diabetes\u2014both having a negative effect on each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Healthier Mouth, A Healthier You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

People do the most to maintain their oral hygiene\u2014daily brushing, using the best toothpaste, regular use of mouthwash etc. However, it is important to understand that maintaining your oral health is more about doing the right thing than doing too many things. Here are some practices that you can incorporate in your routine which will help you maintain your pearly whites your whole life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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