It’s hard to win a gold medal if you have a toothache. At Almeida & Bell Aesthetic Dental Center we provide full service dentistry for patients in Denver, Lone Tree and Highlands Ranch. We wanted to discuss a study cited in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. This study explores how poor oral health affects athletic performance at the elite level.
“More than 40% of athletes were bothered by their oral health with 28% reporting an impact on quality of life and 18% on training and performance.”1
The dental issues experienced by Olympians are not any different than those found in the general population: tooth decay, dental erosion, periodontal disease, and inflammation around partially erupted wisdom teeth. These issues are largely preventable.
Athletes, especially those who don’t wear mouth guards, can suffer mouth injuries while competing or training. Tooth trauma can prevent injured athletes from competing in the short term and cause ongoing complications down the road.
Whether you are an Olympic runner or a busy Colorado working mom who seems to be running all the time, dental health affects your overall health and quality of life. Don’t let your performance suffer because of poor oral health.
If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, make an appointment at Almeida & Bell Aesthetic Dental Center.
If you are looking for an experienced dentist, call us at Almeida & Bell Aesthetic and Dental Center in Lone Tree. We specialize in both general dentistry, as well as cosmetic dentistry. Call us today to see how we can smile!
Contact Almeida & Bell Aesthetic Dental Center:
303-858-9000
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Almeida & Bell Dental – Lone Tree
8683 E Lincoln Ave Ste 200
Lone Tree, Colorado
80124
Almeida & Bell Dental – Denver
9126 57th Ave.
Denver, Colorado
80238