Preventing gum disease, the leading cause of tooth loss, is gaining new urgency. As research shows gum disease can contribute to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

The culprit? Oral bacteria that leak into the bloodstream. Dental health is directly linked to the health of the body, and many diseases may be alleviated by eliminating toxins and inflammation in the mouth.

What can you do? Brush teeth at least twice daily, floss, use mouthwash, and visit your dentist every six months (If you have ever been diagnosed with gum disease, or have had root planing and scaling, deep cleaning, you need to get your perio maintenance cleaning every 3 to 4 months, this is how long it takes for the bacteria to recolonize.)

A diet rich in fruits and green vegetables for vitamin C and calcium is essential to oral health, and B vitamins and CoQ10 are also recommended to maintain gum tissue health.

Your toothbrush should be replaced every three months. If it starts to fray before three months are up, throw it out and get a new one.

Getting a quick an painless Oral Cancer screening test once a year (Comparable to PAP test to prevent Cervical Cancer) is standard of care and can save lives. One American dies every hour from oral cancer. Prevention is the best solution.

Please call us today, we have flexible hours including early mornings, late evenings and Saturdays, we will be happy to make an appointment that works with your busy schedule.

Have a wonderful halloween everyone!

Dr Zadeh