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Gum Disease
You may have heard the phrase, “the mouth is the gateway to the body,” but do you know how your mouth directly impacts your heart health?
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Did you know that taking care of your gums is just as important as taking care of your teeth?
Your gums and heart are completely separate parts of your body, so the health of one shouldn’t affect the health of the other, right? Surprisingly, studies show the exact opposite; the health of your gums can significantly impact your heart. Here’s what you should know about the surprising connection between gum disease and your heart, and how laser gum disease treatment can help you achieve and maintain better overall health.
Gum disease in its most severe form is known as periodontitis. If you don’t care for your teeth appropriately for long periods of time, it’s not just the teeth that are negatively affected. As bacteria and plaque eat away at the gums, they also become diseased and unhealthy and it can ultimately affect your smile.
Wondering if you have symptoms of gum disease? Take our quiz to find out!
Patients who are fighting gum disease know they need all the help they can get. When you are doing your best but you aren’t gaining ground, advanced treatments can clean infected tissue and preserve your teeth, preventing the advance of your condition and allowing you the space you need to begin healing. For many patients, these treatments make the difference in their fight, allowing them to put their oral health back on track and keep it there. While there are a couple approaches to cleaning infected tissue, laser gum disease treatment offers patients many benefits over traditional techniques.
Gum disease may be associated with a number of different health conditions, including diabetes. Learn more about the link here!
Gum disease is a serious condition that affects millions of Americans and can have long-term health effects if not treated quickly and effectively. Traditionally, gum surgery has been necessary to treat the condition, but new technology allows for a less-invasive, easier way to treat gum disease. The benefits of laser gum disease treatment are many, and Dr. Akin is proud to offer them to his patients.
Those affected by gum disease should seek treatment from an experienced periodontist in Nashville, TN. We cover the top 5 questions you should ask to find the most qualified doctor.