Here is your 3-month defense plan against atherosclerosis, the hardening of the arteries. According to a dental expert, a new toothbrush every 90 days is a critical “first line of defense” against the inflammation that causes this condition.
Atherosclerosis is the “stiffening or narrowing” of arteries, and a chief clinical officer says chronic gum inflammation is a direct cause. This inflammation, which starts in your mouth, “puts a strain on your heart.”
The process is fueled by oral bacteria. When your toothbrush becomes old and frayed, it can no longer remove the plaque formed by 700 types of bacteria. This plaque inflames the gums, allowing bacteria to enter the bloodstream.
This is why “people with untreated gum disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease.” Their body’s constant battle against this infection wears down the heart.
Your 3-month defense is simple: replace your toothbrush every three months. This ensures your “gatekeeper” is effective, the plaque is removed, and the inflammation that hardens your arteries is stopped at its source.