{"id":475,"date":"2024-03-07T19:02:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T19:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/?p=475"},"modified":"2024-04-17T19:08:50","modified_gmt":"2024-04-17T19:08:50","slug":"health-factors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/07\/health-factors\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Health Factors to Bring Up During Your Next Dental Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Diabetes__1603745774_84781.jpg\" alt=\"Person checking their blood sugar\" class=\"wp-image-476\" width=\"305\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Diabetes__1603745774_84781.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Diabetes__1603745774_84781-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Diabetes__1603745774_84781-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The priority of your dentist is to help you maintain excellent oral health. However, your general health and your dental health go hand-in-hand, so there is some information about you that they should be aware of. It\u2019s important that you are open with them about certain health conditions and other factors. Continue reading to learn which health factors you should bring up during your next <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">checkup<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Medications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some types of mediation can affect your oral health. Many have side effects that make you more susceptible to things like dry mouth and gingivitis. If you are taking any new medications or supplements, let your dentist know so they can consider this. They need to take all the proper steps to keep you safe and your smile healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hypertension<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have high blood pressure, this is something your dentist should be aware of. Gum disease and other oral health issues can raise your blood pressure even further, reducing the effectiveness of medications that you are taking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diabetes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diabetes can result in widespread health issues throughout the body. Periodontitis is the most severe form of gum disease, and it most commonly develops in patients who are diabetic. This infection can make it much more difficult to keep your diabetes under control. Even if you are doing well on your medication and your blood sugar levels are well-regulated, you should still let your dentist know that you have the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digestive Health Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that dental health and gut health have a symbiotic relationship? They both affect each other. Teeth and bite alignment are directly related to digestion. On the other hand, insufficient absorption of nutrition can take a toll on your dental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jaw Pain &amp; Headaches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jaw, neck, and head pain are sometimes associated with temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). If you have this condition, you may experience pain and compromised movement of the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. By making this apparent to your dentist, they can give you the best tips and help to create a treatment plan that will bring you relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tender Gums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first stage of gum disease consists of chronic gum inflammation, also called \u201cgingivitis.\u201d Symptoms include gum swelling, tenderness, bleeding, and an irritated appearance. Fortunately, gingivitis is responsive to treatment early on. If you feel any gum tenderness, let your dentist know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Open communication with your dental team is necessary for you to get the best possible care. If any of the above health conditions or factors apply to you, let your dentist know. This way, they can take all the right steps to keep your smile in good shape!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Thomas A. Gromling<\/a> is an experienced dentist who has been working in the field for nearly 40 years! He earned his dental doctorate from the Medical College of Virginia Commonwealth University. He regularly participates in continuing education courses, most prominently the L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dentistry, the Misch Implant Institute restorative program, and the Dawson series of continuing education programs. He also has advanced training in forensic dentistry and obstructive sleep apnea treatment. For more information or to schedule an appointment at his practice in Stephens City, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (540) 869-4377.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The priority of your dentist is to help you maintain excellent oral health. However, your general health and your dental health go hand-in-hand, so there is some information about you that they should be aware of. It\u2019s important that you are open with them about certain health conditions and other factors. 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