7 signs of disease your teeth can reveal
Dr. D.Sendhil Nathan MDS, DNB Prosthodontics And Implantology
As a sensitive and vital part of your body, your teeth are one of the first things you notice before leaving your house. But, are you really looking intently? In this article, let us talk about how to identify the signs of disease in your gums and teeth before it blooms into something serious.
Here are some red flags to watch out for in your teeth:
1) Swollen Gums
Typically, a sign of type 2 diabetes or periodontal disease, it is important to remember that periodontal disease is a fairly common ailment that affects people of all ages. Swollen gums are a telltale sign for people suffering from periodontal disease.
In some cases, inflated gums may also denote the presence of a heart disease.
So, if you are someone suffering from swollen gums on a fairly regular basis, it is best that you consult a doctor to clear your queries.
2) Acid reflux on a fairly regular basis
Suffering from acid reflux frequently may also cause a permanent damage to your teeth and lead to tooth erosion. GERD or gastroesophaegal reflux disease is a silent ailment that doesn’t show many symptoms. Tooth erosion is the most common indicator of the presence of GERD and can wear down your teeth.
So, if you are having poor oral habits and suffering from acid reflux, we would suggest checking your dentist ASAP for possible symptoms of GERD.
3) Regular Stress
Though mostly considered a psychological phenomenon, stress might also result in involuntary clenching and grinding of your teeth. This may cause further tooth pain and sensitivity issues.
4) Suffering from an autoimmune disease
Having an autoimmune disease may increase the risk of cavities and may even cause other symptoms that affect the glands.
5) Reduced Bone Density
Having loose teeth may denote the presence of low bone density. If you are suffering from weak teeth, we would suggest that you go to a dentist and take an X-ray to screen for osteoporosis, especially if you are a woman.
6) Discolouration in Teeth
The presence of tooth discolouration may also denote a myriad of diseases. It also maybe due to poor oral hygiene. It is best that you check with a doctor to find the precise cause of the sign.
7) Dry Mouth
The presence of dry mouth might denote the onset of diabetes or in rare cases, Parkinson’s disease. To get rid of dry mouth, you need to up your fluid intake.
In conclusion, your teeth can indeed reveal a lot of information about you and predict whether you have diabetes, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease or a medley of lifestyle diseases. So pay close attention to it and don’t hesitate to consult a medical professional.
