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People with diabetes are at risk for this in terms of mouth health.
What is periodontal (gum) disease?
Symptoms of this include:
-red, swollen, bleeding, receding or tender gums
-loose teeth, sensitive teeth
-persistent bad breath, pain when chewing
What are gum infections?
Place healthcare providers can find more information or contact for assistance regarding oral health.
What is The Office of Oral Health?
Burning pain in the mouth that may occur every day for months or longer. Causing pain in the mouth that feels like burning, scalding, or tingling, along with symptoms like dry mouth or altered taste.
What is Burning mouth syndrome?
Condition that occurs when tartar builds up and contributes to infections deep in the gums.
What is periodontitis or gum disease?
Gingivitis and periodontitis is this type of disease.
What is periodontal disease?
One of the first signs of obstructive sleep apnea. Can cause cavities or inflammed gums.
What is teeth grinding (Bruxism)?
The presence of bacteria in the bloodstream, which can lead to damage or destruction of heart valves if the bacteria settle on abnormal or damaged heart tissue.
What is bacteremia?
What types of cancers have oral bacteria been linked to?
-oral
-esophageal
-lung
-colorectal
-pancreatic
-breast cancers
Is regular and emergency dental care safe at any point of pregnancy? Why?
Yes. Women are encouraged to seek routine dental care during pregnancy. During pregnancy, women may be more prone to gum disease such as gingivitis and cavities. Poor oral health in pregnancy can increase the risk of complications such as pre-eclampsia, low birth weight, stillbirth, and spontaneous abortions.
How a visit to the dentist's office can provide insights into your heart and brain health?
Dentists can detect symptoms of systemic diseases such as:
-diabetes, hypertension, HIV, and COVID-19
Gum disease and poor oral health are powerful predictors of cardiovascular disease due to the inflammation they cause in the body.
A sticky film that can damage teeth and gums by producing acids and toxins.
What is plaque?
Technical term for dry mouth, can be caused by side effects of certain medicines, diseases affecting the salivary glands (Like diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis C), radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and nerve damage.
What is xerostomia?
Respiratory issues poor dental hygiene contribute to.
-respiratory infections
-bronchitis
-pneumonia
-COPD
-lung disease
Infection of the heart's inner lining or heart valves. Bacteria can enter the bloodstream through daily activities such as tooth brushing, chewing food, or certain dental procedures, leading to the settlement of bacteria on heart valves or tissue.
What is Infective endocarditis?
In individuals with this health condition, periodontal disease damages the gum and bone that hold teeth in place and potentially leads to tooth loss.
What is diabetes?
How can oral bacteria potentially harm blood vessels or cause blood clots?
What is by releasing toxins that resemble proteins found in artery walls or the bloodstream?
Removing tartar and bacteria from teeth and gums during a deep cleaning, prescribed medicines such as mouthwash or oral antibiotics, and possibly dental surgery for more serious cases.
Scaling and root planing (Treatments for gum disease)
Symptoms that may indicate the presence of oral HPV.
-ulcers or sores in the mouth
-difficulty swallowing, painful chewing
-hoarse voice
- mouth or neck swelling
-numbness
-constant coughing
-earache
Factors that keep some patients from engaging in primary medical or dental care until a negative event has occurred.
-lack of access to primary medical or dental care
-cost of care and insurance
-cultural issues
-fear
Consequences of periodontal disease on systemic health.
-decreasing the ability to fight infection and inflammation
-increasing the risk of severe systemic health consequences such as risk for heart attack and stroke
Detecting, preventing, and treating conditions and illnesses such as heart disease, sleep disorders, diabetes, periodontal disease, and more is the primary focus of what?
What is the oral systemic link?
-control blood glucose levels
-brush teeth twice a day
-floss regularly
-visit the dentist for checkups
-inform the dentist about diabetes and medications
-ensure dentures fit properly
-quit smoking
What are steps individuals with diabetes can take to maintain oral health?
Thick and dense plaque build-up provides an environment for bacteria that cause gum disease to thrive, leading to potential oral health problems.
What is the relationship between plaque build-up and gum disease?
The breakdown of dental enamel by lactic acid created by cariogenic bacteria in the biofilm, is a common infectious disease and is related to oral health.
What are dental caries? (Cavities)