Oral Hygiene

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First I would like to show everyone a couple of pictures.
I assume no one here finds those to be attractive. Did you know that poor oral heath can lead to serious health risks? I will show you how to avoid these health risks and keep a fresh healthy smile, simply by brushing and flossing correctly everyday.

A surgeon General’s Report confirms the importance of oral health by directly relating it to total health. In order to keep you body healthy you need to keep you mouth healthy. The American dental Association states that 75% of American adults suffer form various forms of gum disease. (Show the worst gum picture) Symptoms of gum disease are, gums that bleed easily, red, swollen, tender gums. gums that have pulled away from the teeth. Persistent bad breath or bad taste in your mouth. Permanent teeth that are loose or separating. and any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite. Gum disease hg is the gateway to more worse health problems such as; oral cancer, diabetes and respiratory infection.(ADA)
Oral cancer (PICTURE) is the cause of 9,000 deaths a year in the United States, and it is directly linked to gum disease and poor oral hygiene. The ADA reports that diabetes is also linked to gum disease. Diabetes is a serious health problem and it is responsible for 169,000 deaths each year. Respiratory infection is another health risk associated with gum disease and poor oral health. The bacteria that forms in your mouth can spread to your lungs and trough your body causing serious infection that is harmful to your total heath.
Not only are there heath risks involved but there are also social issues involved with poor oral health. Poor oral health is the cause of yellow teeth and chronic bad breath. More that half the class said they notice someone with bad breath every day. And I am sure that no one believes that bad breath and yellow teeth are attractive. Practicing good oral heath and having a good smile...