What Do Your Teeth Say About Your Overall Health And Well-Being?

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What Do Your Teeth Say About Your Overall Health And Well-Being?Just like your vocal chords are instrumental in expressing the messages and sounds that come out of your mouth, your gums and teeth (along with their supporting and surrounding tissues) have a great deal to tell your dentist about the status of your overall health and well-being. Our dentists know that your body is connected to your mouth in many ways, hence the importance of regular check-ups at Community Dental Group. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, these could indicate the presence of other problems.

  • Crusty dentures – this problem can potentially be caused by a condition known as aspiration pneumonia that can be fatal among elderly patients. It results from foreign materials that enter the airway and lungs which can cause a dangerous and occasionally fatal inflammation.
  • Dry mouth – this condition can be an allergenic reaction to tobacco smoking or caused by dehydration, diabetes, or Sjogren’s syndrome. Interestingly enough, dry mouth is a side effect that occurs with hundreds of prescription medications.
  • Flat worn down teeth accompanied by headaches – this could be a sign of excessive stress and you might be surprised that this is causing you to grind your teeth when you sleep.
  • Gums are growing over your teeth – this is oftentimes caused by certain prescription drugs that are used in the treatment of heart disease and seizures. Consider consulting with one of our Community Dental Group dentists.
  • Sores that do not heal – you should see a dentist immediately as this may be an early warning sign of oral cancer.
  • Teeth that are cracking or crumbling – this usually indicates the presence of GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease.
  • White webbing on the inside of your cheeks – this is usually an indication of lichen planus, a skin condition that attacks the mucus membranes inside the mouth.

If you have noticed any of these issues, we urge you to contact Community Dental Group today and schedule an appointment with one of our dentists.