Potentash
  • Relationships
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Dating
    • Sex
    • Parenting
  • Lifestyle
    • Home
    • Food + Beverage
    • Fashion
    • Interviews
  • Stories
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Fiction
    • Poetry
  • Skin + Beauty
    • Skin
      • Skincare
    • Hair
      • Haircare
  • Wellness
    • Physical Health
    • Emotional Wellness
    • Mental Wellness
    • Social Wellness
    • Spiritual Wellness
  • Business
    • Business Finance
    • Personal Finance
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Investments
    • Personal Investments
  • Entertainment
    • Internet
    • Events
    • Music
    • Books
No Result
View All Result
  • Login
Potentash
  • Relationships
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Dating
    • Sex
    • Parenting
  • Lifestyle
    • Home
    • Food + Beverage
    • Fashion
    • Interviews
  • Stories
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Fiction
    • Poetry
  • Skin + Beauty
    • Skin
      • Skincare
    • Hair
      • Haircare
  • Wellness
    • Physical Health
    • Emotional Wellness
    • Mental Wellness
    • Social Wellness
    • Spiritual Wellness
  • Business
    • Business Finance
    • Personal Finance
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Investments
    • Personal Investments
  • Entertainment
    • Internet
    • Events
    • Music
    • Books
No Result
View All Result
  • Login
Potentash
No Result
View All Result
Health: 3 Conditions You Didn’t Know You Could Prevent By Brushing Your Teeth Twice, Daily

Image from: https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/health/how-often-should-you-brush-8637066

Health: 3 Conditions You Didn’t Know You Could Prevent By Brushing Your Teeth Twice, Daily

Ivy Robi by Ivy Robi
17 January 2019
in Physical Health
Reading Time: 3 mins read
31 3
0
41
SHARES
225
VIEWS
FacebookTwitterWhatsApp

Maintaining oral hygiene has always been emphasized to prevent gum disease and other disorders such as cavities and generally bad breath. What you didn’t know, however, was that brushing your teeth twice a day is not just about your mouth but also your heart and reproductive health.

Here’s what you need to know and why you should be keener when brushing your teeth from here on out

Erectile dysfunction

Studies have shown that men who brush their teeth twice a day are less likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction.

Brushing your teeth prevents gum disease, but what’s the connection between gum disease and erectile dysfunction?

Scientists believe erectile dysfunction and gum disease are linked because they’re both caused by the same type of inflammation in the blood vessels. This inflammation is triggered by a molecule that is prevalent in people suffering from gum disease and men who are impotent.

According to the Daily Mail, a study published by the University of Granada in Spain illustrated that 3 out of 5 men who had trouble in the bedroom, suffered from gum disease.

Erectile dysfunction and impotence may be the latest problem to appear in a long list of diseases and disorders linked to gum diseases such as seasonal illness and diabetes.

Experts recommend people brush their teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and clean between their teeth daily with floss or inter-dental brushes.

Health: The Underlying Causes Of Erectile Dysfunction

Heart Disease

Brushing your teeth can reduce your chances of suffering from a heart attack.

Poor oral hygiene (not brushing your teeth and flossing) causes the periodontal disease; an infection of the tissues surrounding the teeth which grossly inflames the gums. This inflammation places a burden on the blood vessels which eventually leads to cardiovascular risk.

According to WebMD, research done in England (conducted on about 11,000 people) indicated that people who brushed their teeth less frequently had a 70% extra risk of heart disease. This was after other risk factors such as obesity, smoking and social class were adjusted.

People who reported poor oral hygiene also tested positive for bloodstream inflammatory markers such as fibrinogen and C-reactive protein.

Maintaining good oral hygiene is, therefore, necessary to reduce any risk of contracting heart disease or suffering from a heart attack.

Health: Symptoms Of Heart Attack In Men Vs Women

Diabetes 

Proper oral hygiene may prevent you from contracting diabetes.

Increased inflammation may result in insulin resistance or what is referred to as pre-diabetes. According to Business Insider, not only is there a link between patients who suffer from diabetes contracting gum disease but also between patients who suffer from gum disease and other periodontal infections, contracting diabetes.

Controlling periodontal infections thus can reduce the chances of suffering from diabetes. If you are suffering from diabetes, here are some ways you can prevent gum disease.

Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing may also prevent seasonal illness and stroke.

For these reasons, we recommend taking your oral hygiene more seriously and brushing your teeth (and tongue) at least twice, daily for a healthy heart and better reproductive health.

Symptoms Of Tooth Decay Or Cavities You Should Not Ignore

15 Practices For Healthy Teeth And DIY Home Whitening Remedies

Dental Health: How To Take Care Of Teeth With Braces

The Pros And Cons Of Deep Cleaning Teeth

Health: Home Remedies For Bad Breath

Dental Care: 10 Things To Know About Teeth Whitening

Share16Tweet10SendShare3Pin4
Previous Post

Weddings: 4 Reasons Why You Should Let the Bridesmaids Choose Their Dresses

Next Post

Home Improvement: 10 Tips On Decorating A Small Space

Ivy Robi

Ivy Robi

Next Post
Home Improvement: 10 Tips On Decorating A Small Space

Home Improvement: 10 Tips On Decorating A Small Space

Please login to join discussion

Recommended

The Cost Of Visiting a Silver Screen Staycation

The Cost Of Visiting a Silver Screen Staycation

29 October 2019
24
Travel: Attractions in Marsabit

Travel: Attractions in Marsabit

31 May 2016
1.6k

Popular Stories

  • Black female celebrities dressesd in ways that wouldn't be considered modest - Megan thee Stallion, Janelle Monae and Halle Berry 2

    Opinion: The Problem With Modesty Culture And Policing How Women Dress

    9 shares
    Share 3 Tweet 2
  • She Told Me She Was Falling In Love, Two Hours Into Our First Date. What Followed Was A Crash Course In Love Bombing

    4 shares
    Share 1 Tweet 1
  • Sex: How To Master The Woman-On-Top Position

    50 shares
    Share 20 Tweet 13
  • An Uber Driver Ruined My Relationship

    635 shares
    Share 254 Tweet 159
  • Safaricom Launches Investment Opportunity – Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Ziidi Money Market Fund

    12 shares
    Share 5 Tweet 3

Potentash Blog

Potentash is an award-winning lifestyle blog. We publish lifestyle content that intersects with health, women, beauty, travel, business, relationships, finances and entertainment.

Explore

  • The Singlehood Series
  • From Stairs To Ramps
  • Man Around Nairobi
  • Pearls And Heels
  • Personal Finance
  • Food + Beverage
  • Editor’s Pick
  • Reviews

Get the Potentash Newsletter

  • Newsletter Archive
  • Subscribe
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

Copyright © 2023. Potentash, In Partnership with Decima

Welcome Back!

Sign In with Linked In
OR

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
  • Login
No Result
View All Result
  • Relationships
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Dating
    • Sex
    • Parenting
  • Lifestyle
    • Home
    • Food + Beverage
    • Fashion
    • Interviews
  • Stories
    • The Singlehood Series
    • Fiction
    • Poetry
  • Skin + Beauty
    • Skin
      • Skincare
    • Hair
      • Haircare
  • Wellness
    • Physical Health
    • Emotional Wellness
    • Mental Wellness
    • Social Wellness
    • Spiritual Wellness
  • Business
    • Business Finance
    • Personal Finance
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Investments
    • Personal Investments
  • Entertainment
    • Internet
    • Events
    • Music
    • Books

Copyright © 2023. Potentash, In Partnership with Decima