The Laser Dental Group

Yes, a trip to the dentist may help if you are planning to have a baby.   Research suggest both men and women can have difficulties in conceiving a child, if either of them suffer from gum disease .  According to  Fertilityauthorty.com   : "in a study of men between the ages of 23 - 52,    80% where found to have some form of either gingivitis (milder inflammation of the gums), chronic periodontal disease or aggressive periodontal disease.  68% of those who had gum disease were found to have had low or a zero sperm count."  Dailymail.com reported researcher findings on women:   "It took around seven months on average for those with poor oral hygiene to conceive, but just five months for those who brushed and flossed their teeth properly.   Gum disease – or periodontal disease in its severe form – is caused by a build-up of plaque. It leads to bad breath and bleeding gums and, if untreated, causes cavities, receding gums and tooth loss.   Bleeding gums

www.thelaserdentalgroup.com Practicing proper Oral Hygiene is essential to preventing  toothdecay  and gum disease.  Your teeth have  5  best friends and they are:  a Tooth Brush, Tooth Paste, Dental Floss, your Dental Hygienist and your Dentist. Toothbrush:  It is best to use a toothbrush with soft bristles. If your brush too hard your gums may begin to recede and enamel can get worn down It is a good idea to use an electric toothbrush, however it is not necessary.  Toothpaste:  Fluoride Toothpaste is recommended.  Not all toothpaste is made equally.  Avoid toothpaste with blue specks. Dental Floss:  It is said that flossing is just as important as brushing and it’s no wonder; floss reaches the places that your toothbrush can’t.  In other words you have 2 rows of teeth, 32 teeth in total, with 64 sides, of which 60 sides can only be cleaned by dental floss. That comes to 40% of your teeth that need to be cleaned by dental floss. Dental Hygienist:  DentalHygienist