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Men, The Weaker Sex Regarding Dental Care: 1800Dentist.com

The battle between the sexes will live on forever, however when it comes to oral hygiene and getting regularly scheduled dental exams and checkups, women are the clear-cut victors. Research conducted by the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) has shown that men are less likely to visit a dentist than women.

Dental Neglect More Common in Men

The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) administered a survey testing the beliefs surrounding men and dental care. Approximately 290 general dentists and consumers answered the questions and the results indicated that when it comes to dental care, men are the weaker of the sexes. Of the respondents, 45 percent erroneously believed that men do not need regular dental check ups. Additional information indicated that 30 percent believed dental anxiety played a role in avoiding periodontal disease. The literature seems to indicate that a heightened innate immune response in men compared to women, as well as potential differences in regulation of amplification and termination of inflammation, provide a sound biologic basis for sex differences in periodontal disease progression," (http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/10/101027145353.htm).

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Dental Tips For Him

Since men have a natural disadvantage in regards to oral health, they must take extra precautions to minimize the risk of developing dental problems down the line. Men need to make sure to brush their teeth twice a day, floss their teeth daily and visit their dentist twice a year for exams and cleanings. These positive behaviors are powerful enough to greatly decrease the odds of developing dental problems of any nature.

Men also have the additional burden of accepting that denying a problem exists can just make matters worse in the long run. Men who notice bleeding gums after flossing, dental pain, abscesses or oral sores need to go to the dentist to minimize any complications that may develop. For those gentlemen ready to take the leap into proper oral care, 1-800-DENTIST can quickly connect them to a great dentist, perfectly suited for their needs.

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