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A routine\ndental exam<\/a> is great for more than just finding signs of cavities and tooth\ndecay. Many diseases have noticeable effects on the quality of your oral\nhealth. These effects become obvious to your dentist when they are inspecting\nyour teeth and gums. What follows are just some of the problems they can warn\nyou about during your next preventive care visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Crohn\u2019s Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This gastrointestinal disease affects two million people in\nthe US. It has significant effects on your oral cavity, including dry mouth,\ncanker sores, inflamed gums, and growths on the insides of your cheeks similar\nto skin tags. If you suffer from an upset stomach or intestinal discomfort in\naddition to these symptoms, your dentist will recommend visiting your doctor\nfor a proper diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diabetes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Diabetes makes it difficult for your body to manage its\nblood sugar levels. Individuals with this disorder will have more glucose in\ntheir saliva, making it easier for the bacteria in their mouths to grow and\ncause tooth decay. Your gums also become more open to infection, which causes\nvisible inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diabetes also leaves your mouth vulnerable to a fungal\ninfection known as oral thrush. If you have it, your dentist will see white\npatches on the insides your cheeks and on your tongue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Osteoporosis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you tell your dentist that your teeth are loose despite\ntaking good care of them, they may suspect that you are suffering from\nosteoporosis, a disease that causes your bones to become weak. They will need\nto take an X-ray to confirm the condition of your jawbone before recommending that\nyou seek treatment with a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GERD<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gastroesophageal reflux disease causes your stomach acids to\nmove back up your esophagus, damaging the tissues in the back of your throat\nalong with the enamel on your molars. This damage will be easily noticed by\nyour dentist during a routine exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stress Related Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mental health issues can also manifest inside your mouth.\nChipped or eroded teeth can be the result of intense clenching and grinding\nthat occurs during long periods of stress. This is a condition known as\nbruxism, and it happens to many people while they sleep. If left untreated,\nteeth can become loose or break open entirely. Your dentist will recommend the\nuse of an oral appliance if he notices the behavior is weakening your teeth.\nThis device will absorb the forces caused by clenching and grinding and protect\nthe surfaces of your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attending regular preventive care visits does more than keep\nyour teeth and gums clean. It allows your dentist to warn you about problems that\nmight be developing in other parts of your body. With early detection, you can\nstop them before they do significant damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\n\nDr. Ukti Phadnis believes in a proactive\napproach to dentistry. She provides patients with thorough dental exams so she\ncan catch and fix issues quickly. If you would like to know about the quality\nof your oral health, you can contact her for a teledentistry appointment\nthrough her website<\/a>.\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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