{"id":182,"date":"2019-06-13T19:29:22","date_gmt":"2019-06-13T19:29:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/?p=182"},"modified":"2019-06-13T19:29:25","modified_gmt":"2019-06-13T19:29:25","slug":"5-non-dental-issues-next-dentist-appointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/13\/5-non-dental-issues-next-dentist-appointment\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Non-Dental Issues Your Dentist Might Find at Your Appointment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/in-the-office-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"man and dental assistant in the office \" class=\"wp-image-183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/in-the-office-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/in-the-office-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/in-the-office-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Visiting your dentist for a checkup at least every six\nmonths is crucial for your oral health. At these appointments, your dentist can\ndiagnose problems with your teeth, gums, and mouth and prevent them from\ngrowing worse. However, by examining your mouth, your dentist might also\ndiscover that you have health issues in other parts of your body. Let\u2019s look at\n5 non-dental issues your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dentist<\/a> might\nfind at your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diabetes <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have loose teeth, dry mouth, and receding gums, your\ndentist might encourage you to visit your primary care doctor to test whether\nyou have diabetes. Both Type I and Type II diabetes can weaken your immune\nsystem and lower your ability to fight infections, making you more susceptible\nto gum disease. Other symptoms of untreated diabetes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Increased hunger and thirst <\/li><li>Extreme fatigue <\/li><li>Blurry vision <\/li><li>Cuts and bruises that are slow to heal <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think you might have diabetes, seek a diagnosis right\naway. Treatment can prevent serious dental problems down the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stress <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s common knowledge that stress can negatively affect your\nheart and brain. But did you know it can also harm your teeth? Stress can\nmanifest in your mouth in a condition called bruxism, or teeth grinding.\nClenching or grinding your teeth is typically an unconscious behavior, and\noften happens during sleep. Your dentist can examine your teeth for signs of\nwear and tear due to bruxism, and prescribe a customized nightguard to protect\nyour teeth from damage during the night. They might also recommend seeking\ncounseling or other ways of reducing stress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poor Nutrition <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you consume a lot of sugary foods and drinks, your\ndentist will notice the wearing down of your enamel, or the outer layer of your\nteeth. They can also recognize if a patient has an eating disorder such as\nbulimia. While bulimia sufferers often hide their condition from everyone they\ncan, it\u2019s difficult to conceal it from a dentist. Stomach acid can seriously\ndamage the enamel and cause increased tooth sensitivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HIV<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unexplained warts, lesions, or spots in your mouth might be\na symptom of HIV. It doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you have the disease, but if your\ndentist spots more than one of these signs, they might recommend you see your\nprimary care physician for a blood test. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Osteoporosis <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become less dense\nand more fragile. This can include your teeth and jawbone. Your dentist might\nnotice a receding gum line or loose teeth. These can indicate changes in the\nbone that supports your teeth. As with most of these conditions, your dentist\nwill likely refer you to your primary care physician for a bone density test. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular dental checkups are about a lot more than just your\nteeth. If you find yourself unsure about the quality of your oral health,\nsimply search \u201cdentist near me\u201d and search for one who can meet your needs.\nSchedule an appointment to ensure not only great dental health, but the health\nof your whole body too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the Center for Advanced Cosmetic &amp; Implant Dentistry,\nwe provide outstanding customer service in a relaxing environment in both our\nSan Marcos and Rancho Bernardo offices. Dr. Nelson Y. Howard\u2019s meticulous and\ncaring nature helps him give patients the precise and gentle care they need. He\nexplains the details of what he\u2019s doing to every patient, so they feel more\ncomfortable and involved in the process. For more information on how he can\nhelp treat your oral and overall health, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/contact-us.html\">here<\/a> or call\n(760)-599-6559. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visiting your dentist for a checkup at least every six months is crucial for your oral health. At these appointments, your dentist can diagnose problems with your teeth, gums, and mouth and prevent them from growing worse. However, by examining your mouth, your dentist might also discover that you have health issues in other parts [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Dentist | Symptoms of Untreated Diabetes | Dr. Nelson Y. 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