subject: Dentist: A Full Health Advocate [print this page] Issues such as decay, excessive tartar buildup, abscess, jaw issues, infections and oral disease can either originate in the mouth, lead to, or be the result of internal issues such as cardiovascular concerns. It is the oral cavity's way of showing signs of internal health concerns such as the presence of an infection, vitamin D levels, and even circulation issues.
One of the most successful methods of treating any oral health disorder is to have the damaged area removed in an attempt to restore the remaining healthy tissue by allowing it the room to heal. This approach to the practice of dental health is what a dentist's duties are all about: get rid of the bad stuff that is deteriorating the teeth, bones, and soft tissues so that there is enough structure left to support removals for prosthesis use. Not everyone requires implants, bridges, dentures or root canals and there are quite frankly, many cases where that necessity can be prevented. So your local dental professional seeks cooperation and communication with each client; otherwise, your worst fear may just come true. The more people put off proper, professional care for their oral cavity, the greater the odds are of the sad scenario of your dentist eventually just being in the business of pulling teeth. And that's not what anybody wants.
The key take away here is that, as is the case with any part of the body, the infection, decay and deterioration has to be removed as a key component of stopping the spread and stopping the continued loss. Most people who are afraid to go to the dentist are afraid of what he or she will find and what they will have to do to correct the issue. That is just a part of getting well. The dentist is trained to find and extract what you don't want to and, quite frankly, can't even remove with all of the home hygiene and home remedy treatments in the world you could come up with.
Their tools and tests include x-rays of every angle of your teeth and jaw, molds of your teeth to check alignment, and the many tools that they garnish to seek out those caries. They seek to remove the intrusive elements that are robbing you of comfort and a full, healthy smile today and into the future. Yes, the mouth is a reflection of internal health because as your stress hormones increase or illness is present you'll notice the increase of inflammation and even tartar buildup. The entire body struggles to maintain health when the system is under stress, even the mouth. And just as you would go see your general doctor or a specialist when you are sick in the body; it is imperative to turn to the dentist when your mouth is ailing as well.
