YOUR TOOTHBRUSH COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE - Some complications to medical conditions can be found and easily treated in the dental office. High tech diagnostics have enabled dentists to aid in early diagnosis of several debilitating and even fatal medical conditions. It has widely been known that periodontal (gum) disease has a direct correlation to heart disease. Bacteria found rampant in gum disease are enabled to get into the bloodstream and attack heart muscle and heart valves. Greater than 50 of the population has some degree of gum disease that is untreated. Simple oral hygiene procedures, toothbrush and floss, along with regular visits to your dentist can prevent this condition and possibly save your life. High tech in the hygiene chair includes ultrasonic cleaning instruments that enable your hygienist to work faster and more efficiently with much more comfort for the patient. Ultraspeed CO2 lasers allow hygienists to sterilize harmful bacteria growing beneath your gumline. New formulations in mouth rinses actually hinder bacteria growth that causes not only gum disease but bad breath. Digital x-ray equipment allows faster diagnostic ability, 90 % less radiation exposure and it is environmentally friendly. So next time your in the dental office give the staff a “heartfelt” thanks. Dental Studio 101 - Mark Peck DDS - (480) 488-4852 - www.dentalstudio101.com - drpeck@dentalstudio101.com
