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, re...

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 ...