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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Increased headaches
Fatigue
Blurry vision
Head and neck pain
The best way to properly monitor eye and
vision health is to make sure your child gets a
comprehensive eye exam every year.
KEEP YOUR TEETH & GUMS
HEALTHY
A big smile can say a lot about your overall
health, so if you’ve been skipping out on
the dentist, you may want to schedule your
visit. A yearly dental visit protects against
poor oral health that can lead to greater
problems down the road. Good oral hygiene,
including brushing at least twice a day with a
fluoride toothpaste and flossing, can protect
against the damaging effects of gum disease.
Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that
is due to plaque and tartar buildup on teeth,
leaving gums red, swollen, and irritated.
When left untreated, gingivitis can advance
to periodontitis. A more serious and painful
disease, periodontitis causes gums to pull
away from teeth, allowing bacteria to build in
the pockets between. Due to the infection and
inflammation, your body’s natural reaction
is to fight the bacteria, which can lead to
breakdown of the bones and tissue around
your teeth.
Studies also suggest that poor oral health
is related to systemic diseases including
diabetes, oral cancer, stroke, and heart disease.
Routine visits to your dentist can identify oral
problems before they become painful and
more serious. So how can you protect your
pearly whites against long-term health
concerns?
• Schedule routine checkups with your
dental professional.
• Brush your teeth twice a day.
• Floss daily (you may not see immediate
benefits, but you’ll be saving your gum
health in the long run).
• Eat a balanced diet to get the proper
nutrients your teeth and gums need to
stay strong.
• Drink lots of water!
• Quit smoking; it is one of the most
significant risk factors in developing
gum disease.
• Replace your toothbrush every three
months.
NO BONES ABOUT IT
Is your job a pain in the neck? If you
work in a sedentary environment, your
response is probably yes. Musculoskeletal
pain is caused by excessive sitting
throughout the day, leading to slouching,
hunching over, and muscles in your body
going without use for hours. Studies are
finding that although a regular workout
routine helps, it won’t combat the constant
weight on your rump. Although some
offices are moving toward healthier
options, such as convertible stand up/
sit down desks or treadmill desks (if you
have the skill to think and walk at the same
time), most of us have to face our chairs
every day. What a pain!
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