“Often, it’s your dentist who’s first on the case diagnosing medical problems, all because of what we discover in your mouth”, says Dr. Joseph Kravitz (Center for Dental Health in Washington, D.C).
United States of America (Press Release) February 15, 2008 --
Below is a list of ailments your dentist can diagnose. In-depth explanations follow the list:
THE LIST
Oral Cancer
(Symptoms of Oral Cancer: white spots in gums)
(New Link between Oral Cancer & Pancreatic Cancer)
Heart Disease
(Symptoms: oral infections, inflammation of the gums, excess cavities and missing teeth)
Adult Onset Diabetes
(Symptoms: Bad breath, bleeding gums)
Kidney Disease
(Symptoms: inflamed gums, bad breath)
Reflux Disease (GERD)
(Symptoms: burning or sour taste, tooth erosion, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness and sort throat)
Osteoporosis
(Symptom: tooth loss)
Leukemia
(Symptoms: fiery red, inflamed gums)
High Stress Levels
(Symptoms: headaches, aching teeth, jaw and neck)
Sleep Apnea
(Symptoms: loud snoring, frequent waking episodes, choking or gasping for air while asleep)
Bulimia
(Symptoms: tooth erosion)
IN-DEPTH EXPLANATIONS
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is expected to strike more than 34,000 Americans this year….but it’s preventable and can be discovered by a routine, regularly scheduled dental exam that could just save your life! A typical symptom is white spots on the gums, but it can strike any part of the mouth, including lips and tongue. It often appears as a tiny growth or sore that doesn’t go away. It is characterized by pain, tenderness or numbness. You may have difficulty chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving your jaw or tongue. You may experience a change in the way your teeth fit together. 75 percent of oral cancers are related to tobacco use.
Oral Cancer’s Link to Pancreatic Cancer
In a recent study, researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute found that periodontal disease and oral cancer have a direct link to Pancreatic Cancer. The study found that men with periodontal disease had a 63% higher risk of developing pancreatic cancer, whether they were smokers or not! And pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.; more than 30,000 Americans are expected to die from Pancreatic Cancer this year.
Heart Disease
A strong indicator of heart disease is pericoronitis, an infection around the third molar. The illness is also linked to root remnants, where teeth decay to the point that only a small piece of the root remains. Gingivitis—or inflammation of gums around the teeth—
is also an indication of heart disease. Excess cavities and missing teeth can also be a clue.
Media Inquiries: To interview Dr. Kravitz about any of these topics, please contact: Sue Yannello, sueyanello@aol.com, 919-427-6151
Below is a list of ailments your dentist can diagnose. In-depth explanations follow the list:
THE LIST
Oral Cancer
(Symptoms of Oral Cancer: white spots in gums)
(New Link between Oral Cancer & Pancreatic Cancer)
Heart Disease
(Symptoms: oral infections, inflammation of the gums, excess cavities and missing teeth)
Adult Onset Diabetes
(Symptoms: Bad breath, bleeding gums)
Kidney Disease
(Symptoms: inflamed gums, bad breath)
Reflux Disease (GERD)
(Symptoms: burning or sour taste, tooth erosion, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness and sort throat)
Osteoporosis
(Symptom: tooth loss)
Leukemia
(Symptoms: fiery red, inflamed gums)
High Stress Levels
(Symptoms: headaches, aching teeth, jaw and neck)
Sleep Apnea
(Symptoms: loud snoring, frequent waking episodes, choking or gasping for air while asleep)
Bulimia
(Symptoms: tooth erosion)
IN-DEPTH EXPLANATIONS
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is expected to strike more than 34,000 Americans this year….but it’s preventable and can be discovered by a routine, regularly scheduled dental exam that could just save your life! A typical symptom is white spots on the gums, but it can strike any part of the mouth, including lips and tongue. It often appears as a tiny growth or sore that doesn’t go away. It is characterized by pain, tenderness or numbness. You may have difficulty chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving your jaw or tongue. You may experience a change in the way your teeth fit together. 75 percent of oral cancers are related to tobacco use.
Oral Cancer’s Link to Pancreatic Cancer
In a recent study, researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute found that periodontal disease and oral cancer have a direct link to Pancreatic Cancer. The study found that men with periodontal disease had a 63% higher risk of developing pancreatic cancer, whether they were smokers or not! And pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.; more than 30,000 Americans are expected to die from Pancreatic Cancer this year.
Heart Disease
A strong indicator of heart disease is pericoronitis, an infection around the third molar. The illness is also linked to root remnants, where teeth decay to the point that only a small piece of the root remains. Gingivitis—or inflammation of gums around the teeth—
is also an indication of heart disease. Excess cavities and missing teeth can also be a clue.
Media Inquiries: To interview Dr. Kravitz about any of these topics, please contact: Sue Yannello, sueyanello@aol.com, 919-427-6151
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