{"id":270,"date":"2023-10-02T18:54:13","date_gmt":"2023-10-02T18:54:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/?p=270"},"modified":"2023-11-08T18:59:51","modified_gmt":"2023-11-08T18:59:51","slug":"what-factors-play-into-declining-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/2023\/10\/what-factors-play-into-declining-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"What Factors Play into Declining Oral Health?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"226\" src=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-300x226.png\" alt=\"a patient showing off their healthy, beautiful smile\" class=\"wp-image-271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-300x226.png 300w, https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-768x578.png 768w, https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know that around 37% of adults in the US have gone over a year without visiting their dentist? This is an alarming trend! Oral hygiene is a fundamental part of overall wellness, and your dentist is perhaps your biggest ally when it comes to maintaining a healthy and beautiful smile. But routine professional dental care isn\u2019t all that matters\u2014you must also take care of things at home and be mindful of other things that can influence your pearly whites! Here\u2019s some useful information from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">your dentist<\/a> about some of the factors that play into declining oral health, along with a list ranking all 50 states by their average oral wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Factors Play into Declining Oral Health?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several factors that play into declining oral health, some of them obvious, but others that don\u2019t always seem related. Here are five notable ones worth highlighting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Diet<\/strong> \u2013 Beyond sugar, several other foods can compromise your oral health. Citrus fruits can wear down the enamel when consumed in excess, and dried fruits are often sticky and can create a film that\u2019s difficult to remove from teeth. Particularly hard or crunchy foods, like nuts and seeds, popcorn, and hard candies can fracture or crack teeth when bitten.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contact with chemicals<\/strong> \u2013 Frequent exposure to a variety of chemicals can harm tooth enamel, stain the teeth, and even provoke sensitivity. These chemicals include things like pool chlorine, BPA (found in canned goods and plastic containers), antibiotics, and even the ingredients found in teeth whitening strips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alcohol and tobacco use<\/strong> \u2013 More research is needed to fully understand the link between alcohol consumption and oral health, but studies do indicate that it can increase the risk of periodontal disease, as well as the risk of oral cancer. Needless to say, tobacco is notorious for its damaging effects on the teeth, gums, tongue, and other oral structures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chronic stress or anxiety<\/strong> \u2013 Believe it or not, feeling stressed out can impact your oral health since it\u2019s more likely to trigger inflammation in the gums. This can also factor into bruxism, or teeth grinding; you might feel inclined to clench your jaw or grind your teeth when you\u2019re stressed or anxious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contact sports<\/strong> \u2013 Partaking in sports or physical activities without the proper safety equipment (mouthguard, facemask, etc.) is a surefire way to end up with a serious dental injury.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All 50 US States Ranked by Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even though there\u2019s no fully accurate way of measuring <em>every<\/em> person\u2019s oral wellness, given that everyone\u2019s smile is different, researchers have been able to come up with a graph ranking all 50 states by their average oral health. Here\u2019s what the list looks like, with Wisconsin holding the top spot (per WalletHub, 2023):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wisconsin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Illinois<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>District of Columbia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minnesota<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connecticut<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>North Dakota<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Michigan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Idaho<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Massachusetts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ohio<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Jersey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iowa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rhode Island<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nebraska<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hawaii<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>South Dakota<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Washington<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indiana<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delaware<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oregon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kansas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Virginia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arizona<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Georgia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Hampshire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vermont<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utah<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maryland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pennsylvania<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missouri<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>North Carolina<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New York<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Mexico<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Colorado<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nevada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wyoming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>South Carolina<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oklahoma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tennessee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kentucky<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Florida<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>California<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alabama<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alaska<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Louisiana<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Texas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Montana<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>West Virginia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arkansas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mississippi<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bottom line is that these rankings don\u2019t have to dictate your own life\u2014you have the power to achieve a brighter and whiter smile that\u2019s free from issues! By knowing more about the factors that play a part in declining oral health, you can do what\u2019s necessary to protect and promote your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The talented team at South Jersey Center for Dental Medicine has proudly served patients and families in the Marlton, NJ community for several years, offering a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatment options. If you have any questions about the blog or want to schedule an appointment for yourself or a loved one, feel free to contact the practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marltoncosmeticdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or over the phone for additional information or assistance. <strong>Telephone: (856) 596-4333.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that around 37% of adults in the US have gone over a year without visiting their dentist? This is an alarming trend! 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