Most conditions that affect the gums and tissues surrounding the teeth are termed periodontitis. Periodontal diseases cause inflammation around the teeth and sometimes lead to the loss of natural teeth. This condition is mainly caused by bacteria that eat away gums and tissues. The condition can be slowed down by flossing and brushing teeth regularly. It would be best to visit a dentist regularly for specialized help in treating the conditions.
Discussed below are some reasons why you should avoid periodontal disease.
- Bacteria eats away gums and tissues that hold teeth together, leading to tooth loss. This condition is also widespread in persons suffering from anemia.
- Severe Toothache and anemic conditions: As long as the teeth are exposed, the patient is bound to experience regular toothache and headaches.
- Damages blood vessels: The heavy presence of these bacteria forces the body to overreact to the bacteria and tissues around it, causing increased inflammation. The compound produced during inflammation starts corroding blood vessels within the mouth towards the heart, causing more problems. This may even limit the amount of blood getting to the brain or back to the heart.
- Stroke: Stroke is mainly caused when the heart doesn’t receive enough oxygen to facilitate respiration for energy production. This condition results from damaged blood vessels caused by increased inflammation due to periodontal diseases.
- Diabetes and Arthritis: Medical researchers have linked periodontal and mouth-related infections with diabetes. Most of the patients who suffer from gum inflammation have been diagnosed with diabetes or arthritis later on in their lives.
With these not being enough, persons suffering from periodontal diseases have very poor oral hygiene and foul breath. In addition, their immunity levels deteriorate with time, making it hard to fight most infections.
However, you can counter all these by visiting a dentist regularly. Call Island Dental today for a complete periodontal exam: (516) 565-6565.
