The health of your gums can be seen
each time you stare at yourself in the mirror. “Swollen and bleeding gums
indicate you are at the later stages of periodontal disease,” says periodontist
Dr. Denine Rice of Rice Implant and Periodontal Surgery. While you may think it is no big deal it
in-fact is. Not only are your personal relationships impacted by your smile but
your overall health can begin to decline as your disease continues to progress.
Recent
research studies conducted have found a relationship between periodontal
disease and dementia. Participates in the study who had dementia had a gum
bacteria in their brain, while participates that didn’t have periodontal
disease did not. In the very least this research suggests that there is a link
between the two. Currently, dementia,
“affects five million individuals sixty-five and older,” (Journal of Alzheimer's Disease).
Dementia is not a specific disease
it is a general term that describes a set of symptoms. The most common type is
Alzheimer’s disease. Symptoms of
Alzheimer’s are a loss of memory, struggles with communication and inability to
stay focused on tasks. As the disease progresses the symptoms of confusion and
memory loss become even worse.
If you are impacted by periodontal
disease Dr. Denine Rice, one of Inland Empire’s top dentists suggests, “Schedule
an appointment with a periodontist right away.” LANAP Laser Treatment is
available to patients and the results are amazing. The laser goes below the gum line and removes
the tarter using an ultrasonic scaler.
While laser periodontal surgery
drastically reduces the symptoms of periodontal disease it can also help
increase your overall health.
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