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Other parts of body periodontist can affect?
Levels of periodontal disease
Why Is Perdontistis More Prevalent in Elder People?
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What does cancer risk mean?
A person’s genes that may increase the risk of disease such as cancer
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This system includes the heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries
Cardiovascular System
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What is the first stage of periodontal disease?
Healthy gums and teeth
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1st reason why Periodontitis is more prevalent in elder people
Poor oral hygiene can lead to buildup of plaque and tartar
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What were the three cancers being discussed in the in this presentation?
LOP, Disgestive, and Respiratory
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What does mortality mean?
A term also used for death rate, or the number of deaths in a certain group of people in a certain period of time
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This system includes the nasal cavity mouth, oral cavity, sinuses, pharynx, bronchi, and Lungs
respiratory system
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Describe the second stage of periodontal disease
-Gingivitis
-Plaque inflame the gums bleed easily
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2nd reason why Periodontitis is more prevalent in elder people
weaker immune system, making it more difficult for the body to fight off infections
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What are some symptoms for LOP cancer?
Lip sore, Bleeding, pain and numbness
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What is tooth loss?
Tooth decay become tiny openings or holes that can lead to a serious toothache, infection, and tooth loss
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This system includes brain and spinal cord
Central Nervous System
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Describe the third stage of periodontal disease
Little bone and tissue loss around the tooth
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3rd reason why Periodontitis is more prevalent in elder people
Mediations
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How long were the elder patients observed?
10 years
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What is Periodontitis?
Also called gum disease, is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue around the teeth
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This system includes hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, adrenals, ovaries and testes
Endocrine System
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Describe the fourth stage of periodontal disease
More bone and tissue destruction
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4th reason why Periodontitis is more prevalent in elder people
Receding gums
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What are some ways to help prevent cancer?
1. Don't use tobacco
2. Eat a healthy diet
3. Maintain a healthy weight and be physically active
4. Protect yourself from the sun
5. Get vaccinated
6. Get regular medical care
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What is the alveolar bone?
The part of the mandibular and maxillary bone that surrounds the teeth, which forms the tooth socket.
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This system includes the bones, muscles and joints
Musculoskeletal System
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Describe the last stage of periodontal disease
Extensive bone and tissue loss. Teeth may become loose.
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5th reason why periodontitis is more prevalent in elder people
Less frequent dental visit
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Who had the best journal club presentation?
WE DID!!!