Healthy Tips

I have been a patient of Dr Hack’s for over 10 years. He is a true perfectionist and will go above and beyond for patient satisfaction. Dr Hack’s caring and comfortable chairside manner makes him a joy to be around. 

– Nancy

How you treat your teeth and gums can affect your overall health.

In this Healthy Tips/Preventive Care section, Dr. Michael Hack and our Financial District Dental staff want you to realize something that you may not know… that the way you treat your teeth and gums can actually affect your overall health.

In fact, poor oral health is connected to just about everything about you –– from the look and smell of your mouth, to the function of your brain and heart, to making you susceptible to certain diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, dementia, and even arthritis.

That’s why we’re providing you with information about some of the most common health issues that may interrelate with the health of your teeth and gums. These healthy and preventive care tips include:

By the way, we’ll update this Healthy Tips section regularly, so we invite you to bookmark this page and check back often for the latest information.

If you have a question or would like to submit a dental health topic of interest, please contact us today.