The Oral-Systemic Link & Heart Disease – Fort Worth, TX
Good Oral Health Can Encourage Good Heart Health
Proper oral care can improve overall health and vice versa. Cardiovascular disease is one of the many whole body health conditions connected to oral health. Patients with gum disease are at significantly higher risk for developing heart disease, and treating cardiovascular health concerns without treating the connected oral health issues may be less effective.
Why Choose LifeCycle Dental?
- We Specialize in Preventive Dentistry for the Elderly
- Helping Keep Smiles Healthy & Functional
- Caring & Highly Involved Dental Team
Gum Disease &Whole-Body Health
Gum disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that starts when plaque and tartar buildup at the gum line irritates the soft tissue, leading to sensitivity, bleeding, and discoloration of the gums. Left untreated, sores form on the irritated areas, and bacteria and plaque can enter the blood stream and exacerbate or cause numerous whole-body health concerns, including cardiovascular disease.
Gum Disease Links to Cardiovascular Disease
Recent studies show a direct correlation between periodontal and cardiovascular disease. When plaque and bacteria enter the blood stream, it is more difficult for the heart to pump blood, and inflammation in the gums has been linked to inflammation leading to hardened arteries.
Gum Disease Treatment Options
Scaling is the manual removal of damaged tissue, plaque, and tartar from the gum line, and root planing is the smoothing of tooth roots to prevent future plaque buildup. In the most severe cases, antibiotic treatments, laser therapy, or surgery may be necessary.
Find Out More from LifeCycle Dental
LifeCycle Dental understands the potential risks of gum disease and how important it is to treat for both oral and overall health. Our team is dedicated to preventing gum disease whenever possible, and we will work with physicians to keep our patients healthy.