Studies have shown that Oral Health has a great impact on the general health & quality of life. Regular dental check ups and timely dental treatments have proven extremely beneficial for the patients in the following ways:
Good appetite
Oral ulcers cause difficulty in eating, drinking & swallowing. Lot of missing teeth or multiple cavities also can lead to improper chewing. This leads to reduced absorption of nutrients from the food thereby reducing appetite. This is mainly seen in children & teenagers.
Work Performance
Any kind of Chronic pain can lead to impaired focus & poor work performance. Pain related to teeth decay, gum problems, jaw muscles/joint soreness are some of the reasons for chronic pain.
Confident Smile
Cracked, malaligned or yellow teeth can cause insecurity. These can be improved with the help of aesthetic dentistry- Aligners, Veneers, Laminates, Teeth whitening etc.
Social Life
An improved social life is observed mainly because when we smile more, people find us more approachable.
Personal Development
A person receiving cosmetic dental treatment tends to feel like a new person. This enables them to work on other areas of their life as well. A self-assured confident smile can have a positive influence on employers and customers as well.
DR Alka Bulchandani,
Oral Medicine & Radiology Specialist.