The health of your jaw is an early indicator of the health of your entire skeleton. Teeth are living tissue just as bone is, and any process that affects your bones will affect your teeth and the surrounding area. Loose teeth, in particular, indicate bone loss in the jaw, but simple gum disease can be the first sign of [tag]osteoporosis[/tag]. Periodontal disease can predict health in other areas too. A group of dentists with the Academic Center for Dentistry in Amsterdam have discovered that dental x-rays can be a diagnostic tool for osteoporosis. As we have noted before, the health of your teeth and jaw is an early indicator of the health of your entire skeleton. Teeth are living tissue just as bone is, and any process that affects your bones will affect your teeth and the surrounding area, too. Loose teeth, in particular, indicate bone loss in the jaw, but simple gum disease can be the first sign of osteoporosis.
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If you're like most people when it comes to taking care of your teeth, it is more than likely you're not giving them enough attention. If brushing your teeth is as far as you go in your dental care you need to do more and to avoid future dental problems you'll need to put out a little more effort. Remember that many diseases begin in the gums!
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You know the importance of exercise, a good diet, and targeted supplements for heart health but don't forget your teeth and gum health and the importance of flossing! A growing number of scientific studies are finding definite links between oral health and cardiovascular disease. Periodontal disease is infection and inflammation of the gums. It is associated with increased levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation that is also linked with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. So, keeping your teeth and gums in good shape is one more thing you can do to promote healthy arteries and stave off heart attack and stroke.
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Periodontal or gum disease is practically a universal health problem today. Proper hygiene, cleaning, and diet are important in maintaining good teeth and minimizing gum disease, but these measures haven't been very effective in reversing damage that has already occurred.
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The demand for tooth whitening has increased almost fivefold over the past decade and is now a billion-dollar business. There’s simple bleaching as well as laser whitening, both of which last about a year. If your teeth are bad enough and you can afford it then consider wafer-thin porcelain shells that can be bonded onto the front of the teeth. They last about 15 years and don’t stain. The cost is about $500 for bleaching, $1,000 for the laser. Porcelain runs $1,000 a tooth.
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Gum disease is the main cause of tooth loss in adults and also has been linked to heart disease and strokes. Gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease, can be treated and reversed. If treatment is not received, a more serious and advanced state of gum diseases, including bone loss, may follow. The best prevention against gum disease is to brush twice a day, floss daily and get regular dental check ups and cleanings.
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