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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.
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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!
There are ways to prevent the negative
effects, such as stiffness and poor
circulation, of constant sitting:
• Get up and move! If you find yourself
sitting for extended periods of time, you
need to break the habit. Schedule an
alarm for every 30 minutes to get up and
take a lap around your office. Manage
your time effectively by going to pick up
your paper from the printer or grabbing
a glass of water. Even better? Visit a co-
worker to talk about a project instead of
sending an email.
• Establish proper sitting habits. Keep
your back straight, feet at 90 degrees, and
eyes level with the top of your computer
screen. Make sure your shoulders aren’t
hunched when resting your elbows on
your desk to type.
• Stretch in place. Adding stretching
to your daily routine is beneficial for
anyone. Stand up and do a few stretches
at your desk to get your muscles
loosened up and moving. Feeling
spunky? Add a few jumping jacks in to
get your heart rate pumping for some
extra energy.
• Realize how much sitting you do.
Sitting for eight hours at your job has
negative effects on your body, but going
home and sitting on the couch for the
rest of the night doubles those effects,
increasing cause for concern. If you have
a sedentary job, make a point of taking a
walk when you get home or spend some
time on your feet with your kids or at
the gym. Keeping active during breaks