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Research Project Fist Draft Sahilpreet Kaur Student I’d: 8916411 COMM1085 - Fall 2023 – Section 3,4,158,159,233 Personal Support Worker, Conestoga College Teresa MacVicar December 3, 2023

Title: To what degree does maintaining good dental hygiene and taking regular baths help prevent infectious diseasees? Thesis statement: Good dental hygiene and regular bathing are essential preventive measures against infectious diseases. These practises not only diminish the likelihood of developing oral and cutaneous infections but also impede the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms, thereby promoting overall physiological health. Introduction The prevention of infectious diseases is greatly aided by regular personal hygiene practices, such as bathing, and maintaining good oral hygiene. These practices are essential parts of a healthy lifestyle that enhance general wellbeing and lower the risk of several infections. In light of the effects on oral health, the immune system, and the larger community, we will examine the role that personal hygiene and dental hygiene have in preventing the spread of infectious diseases. People are better equipped to protect their health and support public health initiatives when they are aware of the links between good hygiene and the prevention of disease. Body paragraph 1: Preventing Infectious Diseases with Dental Hygiene: Since the mouth cavity acts as a portal for a variety of infections, maintaining proper dental hygiene is essential to preventing infectious disorders. A complex microbiome lives in the mouth, and bad dental health can promote the growth of pathogenic bacteria and raise the risk of diseases. Plaque and bacteria can be removed by regular brushing,

flossing, and dental exams, which lowers the risk of gum disease and oral infections. Systemic disorders like respiratory infections and cardiovascular disease have been related to periodontal illnesses like gingivitis and periodontitis. Individuals who maintain good dental hygiene not only safeguard their oral health but also enhance their general health and lower their risk of contracting certain infectious diseases. One possible method for reducing ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is to stop the colonization of pathogenic bacteria by interrupting this process. The research design was a prospective, randomized trial to determine whether oral hygiene practices, such as brushing teeth and using a gel containing 0.12% chlorhexidine, can lower the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia, lengthen hospital stays, shorten hospital stays, and lower Intensive Care Unit (ICU) mortality rate when compared to oral hygiene practices that only use a 0.12% chlorhexidine solution without brushing in adult patients receiving mechanical ventilation and admitted to Clinical/Surgical and Cardiology Intensive Care Units (ICUs)[ CITATION Eng17 \l 1033 ]. Dental and dental hygiene practices follow some of the strictest guidelines in the medical industry for infection prevention and management. Oral health providers must adhere to the standards established by their respective provincial regulatory bodies. Your dental hygienist begins to protect you before you get there, and she continues until your session ends[ CITATION You \l 1033 ]. Preventing infectious infections requires proper tooth hygiene and frequent showers. These methods eradicate dangerous bacteria and viruses on the body, minimising transmission and illness. Although oral hygiene and bathing may differ by infectious illness, they are essential to disease prevention.

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Brushing twice a day and flossing frequently removes food particles and plaque from teeth and gums. Prevention of tooth decay and gum disease is achieved by reducing oral microorganisms. Good dental care maintains healthy gums, which protect the circulation from infections and viruses. Poor dental hygiene may cause several infectious disorders. Oral germs may cause pneumonia and bronchitis when inhaled or aspirated. If Streptococcus mutans enters the circulation via gum sores or wounds, it may cause endocarditis, an infection of the heart's inner lining. Periodontal disease, a persistent gum infection, increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. However, regular bathing removes dirt, perspiration, and other pollutants from the body. Water and soap physically eliminate skin bacteria and viruses, lowering infection risk. Some soaps destroy hazardous germs better with antimicrobials.

Bathing helps prevent skin infections, one of the most prevalent infectious disorders. Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes may cause impetigo, cellulitis, and folliculitis. Regular bathing removes harmful germs from the skin, minimising illness risk. Bathing with antimicrobial soaps kills or inhibits these germs, adding protection. Bathing reduces the risk of skin infections and other infectious disorders. One of the best methods to avoid respiratory infections like the common cold and influenza is to wash hands with soap and water. Coughs and sneezes spread these viral diseases. Handwashing frequently, especially before touching the face and before eating, reduces the risk of catching respiratory illnesses. Oral hygiene is important too. Brushing and flossing eliminate germs and prevent plaque, a biofilm that harbours dangerous microorganisms. Dental caries and gum disease may also result from plaque. Oral infections are greatly prevented by frequent plaque removal via oral hygiene.

Well-established link between oral and overall health. Poor dental hygiene and infections may cause cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections. Good oral hygiene may reduce the health risks of these illnesses. Good oral hygiene and frequent washing help prevent infectious infections, but they should be combined with other precautions. These include immunisation, safe sexual activity, avoiding dangerous behaviours like needle sharing and unprotected sex, and eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly. Finally, excellent oral hygiene and frequent showers prevent infectious infections. These practises remove hazardous and lower the risk of catching respiratory illnesses before meals. Body paragraph 2: Regular Bathing Helps Prevent Infections : Bathing on a regular basis is an essential part of personal hygiene and helps to prevent infectious infections. The biggest organ in the body, the skin serves as a barrier to keep germs out. But in the absence of good hygiene habits, the skin can turn into a haven for germs and other microbes. Taking a bath aids in cleansing the skin by eliminating perspiration, grime, and possibly dangerous bacteria. Furthermore, microorganisms that

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may be on the skin's surface can be removed even further by bathing with soap and water. In order to prevent bacterial or fungal diseases of the skin, it is especially crucial to practice good hygiene, which includes taking regular baths. Bathing on a frequent basis helps people maintain a good skin barrier, which lowers their chance of contracting infectious diseases and improves their general health. Chlorhexidine gluconate, or CHG, has been used as an infection-preventive drug in the US since the 1970s. Various applications include ventilator bundles, bandages, skin preps, and pre-operative patient washing. Since this approach has successfully reduced hospital-acquired infections (HAI), numerous institutions have expanded its application beyond surgical patients, including regular patient bathing. A successful six-month analysis at a Midwest pediatric hospital demonstrates the significant cost and HAI prevention associated with daily inpatient CHG bathing implementation[ CITATION StL15 \l 1033 ]. A new infection is a significant risk for patients admitted to the intensive care unit. Many of these people have severe illnesses. They may suffer from multiple diseases. It increases their susceptibility to infection. Patients in intensive care units may also require medical treatments like ventilators and urine catheters. Infection risk may rise because of these actions. Furthermore, microorganisms in many intensive care units have developed resistance to numerous antibiotics. Conventional antibiotics might not work on certain bacteria. They may give rise to highly difficult-to-treat illnesses[ CITATION CHG \l 1033 ]. Oral hygiene is important too. Brushing and flossing eliminate germs and prevent plaque, a biofilm that harbours dangerous microorganisms. Dental caries and gum

disease may also result from plaque. Oral infections are greatly prevented by frequent plaque removal via oral hygiene. Well-established link between oral and overall health. Poor dental hygiene and infections may cause cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections. Good oral hygiene may reduce the health risks of these illnesses. Good oral hygiene and frequent washing help prevent infectious infections, but they should be combined with other precautions. These include immunisation, safe sexual activity, avoiding dangerous behaviours like needle sharing and unprotected sex, and eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly. Finally, excellent oral hygiene and frequent showers prevent infectious infections. These methods reduce damage. Conclusion: In conclusion, A healthy lifestyle includes frequent bathing and dental hygiene. Still, it has other things like vaccination, a balanced diet, regular exercise, and minimizing pathogen exposure to prevent infectious diseases. Furthermore, the spread of infectious agents can be considerably decreased by adopting proper hygiene practices, such as washing your hands. Taking a comprehensive strategy for health is essential, considering several aspects linked to general health and illness prevention. Seeking individualized assistance from healthcare professionals is advised if you have specific health concerns or conditions.

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%3ACONEST&lang=en&search_scope=MyInst_and_CI&adaptor=Primo+Central&tab=E verything&query=any%2Ccontains%2CRegular+Bathing+Helps+Prevent+Infections Association, C. D. H. (n.d.). Your Dental Hygienist keeps you healthy...and safe! . Infection Control Protocols. https://www.dentalhygienecanada.ca/dhcanada/DHCanada/Your_Dental_Hygienist/Infectio n_Control_Protocols.aspx CHG bathing to prevent healthcareassociated infections . Johns Hopkins Medicine. (2019, November 19). https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/chg- bathing-to-prevent-healthcareassociated-infections

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