{"id":1283,"date":"2023-02-08T23:43:42","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T23:43:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/graystonedental\/dental-care-blog\/tips-for-mens-oral-health\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T23:43:42","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T23:43:42","slug":"tips-for-mens-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/graystonedental\/dental-care-blog\/tips-for-mens-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Men\u2019s Oral Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

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ON AVERAGE, BOYS<\/b> and men are up to 20% less likely to brush twice a day and even less likely to replace their old toothbrushes on a regular basis than girls and women. Luckily, it\u2019s a simple problem to fix: make brushing for two full minutes a regular part of the morning and nighttime routine! And don\u2019t forget to floss once a day as well.<\/p>\n

Unhealthy Oral Habits<\/h3>\n

Because men are more likely to drink, smoke, and chew tobacco than women are, they put themselves at higher risk of serious oral health problems like periodontitis (advanced gum disease), tooth loss, and oral cancer. By avoiding harmful habits, men can do a lot to protect their oral health, which is why we recommend minimal alcohol consumption and complete avoidance of tobacco products.<\/p>\n

Medications and Side-Effects<\/h3>\n

Dry mouth is a common side effect of high blood pressure and heart disease medications, and because men are more susceptible to those conditions, they are also more likely to get dry mouth, which increases the risk of developing cavities, gum disease, and chronic bad breath.<\/p>\n

Oral Hygiene Matters!<\/h3>\n

Men are also less likely to keep up with their regular dental exams \u2014 and more likely to try to tough it out if they\u2019re experiencing toothaches or other symptoms! This strategy is neither safe nor effective for addressing dental health problems. Going to the dentist isn\u2019t unmanly, it\u2019s smart, even if it\u2019s purely preventative.<\/p>\n

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The content on this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.<\/span><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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