Dr. K on Autoimmune Disease Triggered by the Mouth
Dr. K on Autoimmune Disease Triggered by the Mouth
By The Wave Agency
Oral health is an important aspect of the body, but it is not something that should be treated as contained to your mouth. The strength and color of your teeth and gums can tell a dental professional whether or not your body has an abundance of harmful bacteria, and can even indicate whether or not other areas of your body are being affected by the disease.
According to Doctor Kilimitzoglou of e.s.i. Healthy Dentistry, oral infections “up-regulate several systemic inflammatory reactions that, in turn, play a role in the development of systemic diseases”. This means that the state of your oral health can play a role in other systemic diseases, with studies showing this to be the case in multiple trusted tests worldwide.
“Experts have concluded that poor oral health significantly exacerbates the incidence of autoimmune diseases,” writes Dr. K. Periodontal disease is often associated with the following diseases and conditions found throughout the body: coronary heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, bronchitis, and heart attacks.
There are clear warning signs within your mouth as to serious diseases that may be focused elsewhere. Experts such as Dr. K understand that the mouth is not completely isolated from other areas of the body. Your overall health matters greatly to your oral health, and vice-versa.
“There are autoimmune diseases that have oral manifestations such as Lyme’s disease, psoriasis, pemphigus and lichen planus. Our primary focus with health care is to prevent disease… Your mouth is saying a lot. Are you listening?” explains Dr. K.
These studies utilizing biometric scanning have shown the correlation between oral infection and diseases in other parts of the body in a manner clearer than ever before. This has led to dental experts pushing for not only further at-home intensity for patients’ oral habits but more suggested dental checkups to figure out if your body is in good shape. Both your mouth and your other vital systems.
“I cannot stress enough how vital it is to have a customized prevention plan for your oral optimization. Keep smiling, stay healthy, and be happy!” writes Dr. K.
A customized prevention plan that takes into account all of your oral health needs is possible through e.s.i. Healthy Dentistry’s expert team. Schedule an appointment today, and find your way to your best smile!
