Oral Systemic Connection

• What happens in the mouth doesn’t stay in the mouth

Presented by Dr. Hye Park

Green Dental of Alexandria

1725 Duke St, Suite GR 03

Alexandria, Va 22314

(O) 703-549-1725

www.greendentalalexandria.com

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Outline

• Two Most Prevalent Oral Diseases

1. Dental Caries

2. Periodontal Disease

• Systemic Link of Periodontal Disease

• Prevention

• Green Dentistry – Environmentally Sound Wellness approach

• Green Dental of Alexandria

Services

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Tooth Decay

• Transmissible bacterial infection of the teeth that leads to net mineral loss in the teeth

Demineralization & Remineralization

• Teeth constantly go thru de-mineralization and re-mineralization.

The physician will then make recommendations based on the above risk factors. For example, patients with a low-level risk for heart disease may be good candidates for running a marathon or having any elective cosmetic surgery. On the contrary, patients with a high-level risk for heart disease may not be good candidates for running a marathon or having elective surgery and may require medical intervention such as prescription medications or diet and exercise counseling.Dental professionals who perform CAMBRA are performing a similar function. Based on risk factors for caries disease, dental professionals will perform tests for oral bacteria levels as well as take x-rays and perform a thorough oral examination. They will then examine disease indicators and risk factors such as current decay condition, current bacterial challenge, decay history, dietary habits, current daily medications, saliva flow, medical conditions, presence of oral appliances or braces, and oral hygiene habits.

Risk Factors

Our focus is Prevention.

• Remove plaque - brushing, flossing, regular professional teeth cleaning

• Reduce consumption of sweets, carbohydrates, and acid

• Strengthen enamel - Floride toothpaste, Calcium, Phosphate supplement

• Stimulate Saliva – xylitol chewing gum, drink enough water

Early Detection is the Key

Diagnodent

Routine oral check-up

Gum Disease

• Bacterial infection of the tissue surrounding the teeth

• Caused by

Gum Disease

• Gingivitis

Inflammation of gum tissue.

Reversible

• Periodontal disease

Inflammatory disease causing bone loss

Irreversible

Incidence of PD (Data reported by CDC)50% Americans >30 y.o have PD70% Americans > 65 y.o have PD

PD is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases, similar to CVD and Diabetes.

Signs and Symptoms of PD

• Bleeding gums

• Sore or swollen gums

• Loose teeth

• Bad Breath

• Gum Recession

• Pus around the teeth

• Pain on chewing

• Recent bite change

• Spaces between teeth

• Food accumulation in gums

Risk Factors of PD

• Poor oral hygiene

• Smoking

• Family history of Periodontal disease

• Ill fitting fillings, crooked teeth, food impaction areas

• Medications

• Other systemic disease

Systemic connection of PD

Oral Systemic Connection of PD

Oral Systemic Connection of PD

Green Dentistry

• High Tech, Digital

• Reduces Waste and Pollution

• Infection control, sterilization

• Saves energy, water and money

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