Spring is almost here! For us, Spring is always the season of hope. As we turn the page from winter, the team of Amundson Dental Associates looks forward to the warmer weather, the colorful emergence of spring flowers, and the Easter holiday. Easter is a special holiday for us as it symbolizes good days to come! We are also eager to start spending more time outside. Going for walks, riding bikes, and spring cleaning are some of our favorite ways to stay active and healthy in the outdoors.
Speaking of health, it has been amazing to discover the ways our overall health impacts our oral health, and vice versa. One of the most well-known connections between the two is the risk of heart disease. People that have active gum disease have up to 3x the likelihood of having a heart attack or stroke. More recently, bacteria found in gum disease have been found in the brain of Alzheimer's patients. Inflammation anywhere in the body can cause long-term systemic effects - and oral health is no exception! If you are curious or want to learn more about keeping your oral health in tip-top shape, ask Dr. Amundson and our team the next time you visit our office for an appointment! We are always happy to educate our patients on different techniques to keep their smile healthy for years to come.
We hope that you all have a wonderful, sunny, and warm spring that brings you joy and hope through 2021!