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Your health and confidence matter. Persistent bad breath and bleeding gums are often signs of a bacterial gum infection that can be treated with professional care. Addressing the source improves breath and oral health.
Nearly half of American adults who are older than 30 have periodontal disease, according to recent findings from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The study also found that the prevalence of periodontitis rises to 70.1% in adults older than age 65.
The nature of periodontal disease is that toxins produced by the bacteria in plaque irritate the gums. The toxins stimulate a chronic inflammatory response, in which the body, in essence, turns on itself. The tissues and bones that support the teeth are broken down and destroyed. Gums separate from the teeth, forming pockets, between the teeth and gums, which in turn become infected. As the disease progresses, the pockets deepen, and more gum tissue and bone are destroyed.
New research indicates that, in fact, periodontal disease is a factor in many deadly systemic diseases, including heart disease, stroke and diabetes.
Today’s clinicians are fortunate in being able to offer a wide variety of microbiological tests. Although these tests vary widely in their methods, sensitivity, specificity, speed, convenience and cost, they all provide invaluable insights into the disease process that were simply unavailable to patients only a few years ago.
“Poor oral health is a “silent X-factor” promoting the onset of life-threatening diseases which are responsible for the deaths of millions of Americans each year.”
United States Surgeon General’s report, Oral Health in America
“Inflammation is fire. When vascular walls around the heart catch fire, we have heart attacks and strokes. Think of the body as a house, and the mouth as the kitchen — when we have gum disease, we have a “fire” in our “kitchen” that may “burn down the house.”
Dr. Lloyd Rudy, Renowned Cardiovascular Surgeon
Did you know that gum disease can also contribute to chronic diseases such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, and even depression?
Gum disease is a proven silent menace to your health.
“As the gateway of the body, the mouth senses and responds to the external world and at the same time reflects what is happening deep inside the body. Too little time is devoted to oral health and disease topics in the education of non-dental health professionals. Yet all care providers can and should contribute to enhancing oral health. Health care providers should be ready, willing, and able to work in collaboration to provide optimal health care for their patients. Having informed health care professionals will ensure that the public using the health care system will benefit from interdisciplinary services and comprehensive care”.
United States Surgeon General: Oral Health in America.
Emerging scientific evidence confirms that chronic, low-grade infections in the mouth elevate systemic inflammation and have an impact on all body systems.
As a Founding Member of the American Academy of Oral-Systemic Health, we’re dedicated not only to treating patients, but educate them about the relationship of oral – systemic health.
Our dentists and hygienists have received extensive advanced training in the art and science of testing for and treating oral bacterial inflammation.
Our office is equipped with the latest in technology to assure you sensible treatment that works… guaranteed!
You will enjoy the resulting benefits of improved oral and general health, healing, longevity,
and wellness.
— Who is at risk?
Gum disease will affect 80% of us.
Bacteria, found in the mouth, are normal and necessary. In fact, at any given time, there are thousands of bacteria circulating in our mouths, including known bacteria that are specific to harmful diseases. The problem is when the levels of these harmful bacteria exceed the normal threshold.
About 30% of people are genetically susceptible to oral bacterial infections. It is estimated that during their lifetime, 80% of the U.S. population will develop gum disease, and once it starts, it does not usually reverse itself without specialized care.
One of the myths about oral bacterial infection is that it occurs only with people who do not exercise proper oral hygiene habits.
While good oral hygiene plays a significant role in reducing the likelihood of getting an oral bacterial infection, other factors contribute to developing the disease as well.
You could brush and floss your teeth three times a day and still have bad breath.
— What are we testing for?
The Bristle Oral Health Test uses shotgun metagenomic sequencing to analyze your entire oral microbiome from a simple saliva sample. This means we identify and measure a wide range of microbes in your mouth — including beneficial bacteria, harmful bacteria, and fungi — to understand what is influencing your oral health.
Traditional tests often look only at specific pathogens or symptoms. In contrast, Bristle provides a full picture of your oral microbial ecosystem and how it relates to your health, helping pinpoint the root causes of issues instead of just detecting them.
Your results include a detailed oral health report that breaks down your microbiome into multiple health-related scores and insights. These commonly include:
Understanding your oral microbiome helps you and your dental provider:
The mouth is where life begins. Let’s not let it end there!
Standard Medical Protocol for treating diseases and infections.
Conventional treatment methods have been shown to be ineffective in remedying the accumulation of target species. The prevalence of the microbial pathogens negatively affects the outcome of periodontal surgery and conventional nonsurgical therapy.
Using your individual test results and assessment, we will design a plan of treatment for you to eradicate the detected bacteria.
Through a combination of mechanical and laser treatments, various topical antibiotics, and the Perio Protect Method, an FDA-cleared medical device that’s capable of delivering antimicrobial agents and solutions to the affected areas.
To evaluate the progress of the treatment, we monitor the amount of bacteria before, during, and after treatment.
Our treatment addresses the causes, monitors the healing process, and has been demonstrated to be effective in all stages of the disease. Keep in mind, this proven treatment can only be completely successful with a patient’s total involvement and participation.
You have a choice
Your dental insurance usually covers the least expensive, professionally accepted treatment procedures. At The Smile Doctor, you can choose to upgrade to premium dental treatment options for an additional cost. Ask us for the details!
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