Can Sleep Impact the Health of Your Teeth
It has been known for some time that insufficient sleep can lead to many otherwise preventable health problems. However, it is also true that poor sleep routines are associated with a much higher risk of gum disease, unhealthy teeth and more visits to the dentist. What have researchers found and how can sleep have a direct impact upon our smile?
Let us take a look at the relationship between a lack of sleep and issues such as gum disease.
– Those who obtain a few hours of sleep every night are just as likely to develop gum disease as smokers.
– A minimum of six hours of sleep is recommended for adults.
– A deprivation of sleep causes inflammatory hormones to be released; potentially impacting the health of the gums.
“When you’re sleep deprived, there’s an increase in inflammatory hormones, which can directly impact your gums.”
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