{"id":541,"date":"2021-06-25T18:51:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-25T18:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/?p=541"},"modified":"2021-07-08T18:53:58","modified_gmt":"2021-07-08T18:53:58","slug":"experienced-dentist-in-lincoln","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/experienced-dentist-in-lincoln\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Factors You Should Mention at Your Next Dental Checkup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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While dentists specialize in providing preventive care and treating issues related to oral health, they are well aware of the fluidity of their patients\u2019 overall wellness. Thus, when you visit for a routine dental checkup<\/a>, it\u2019s important to share any health-related issues you may be experiencing. Continue reading to learn about the key health factors you should mention to your dentist in Lincoln.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

New Medications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve recently started taking a new medication or supplement, you\u2019ll want to let your dentist know. Some medications can affect your oral health and cause such symptoms as dry mouth, tooth enamel damage and gum recession. By letting the dentist know, he or she can better determine the cause of any oral health setbacks you may be experiencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High Blood Pressure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most common cardiovascular health condition, hypertension can worsen if you have periodontal (gum) disease. When you visit, a dental assistant will take your blood pressure so that the dentist will have a basic idea of your overall health. If you\u2019ve been diagnosed with hypertension, it\u2019s still important to mention it so the dentist can provide the best care possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diabetes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Known for contributing to numerous health problems, diabetes is the inability of the pancreas to manage insulin production. As a result, more glucose can be left in the bloodstream (called high blood sugar), which can contribute to rapid tooth and gum decay. It\u2019s imperative to let your dentist know about a diabetes diagnosis, as you\u2019ll likely be encouraged to visit more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digestive Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is a symbiotic relationship between your oral and gut health, as the condition of each can affect the other. Thus, if you\u2019ve been suffering from any chronic digestive health issues, it\u2019s important to bring it to your dentist\u2019s attention, as acids from your stomach could be impacting your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gum Tenderness and Bleeding When Brushing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve noticed any bleeding or sensitivity when brushing your teeth, it could be an indicator of gingivitis, which is the first stage of periodontal disease. It\u2019s of the utmost importance to mention it to your dentist because, with early treatment, you can avoid permanent damage to your teeth and gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pain in Your Jaw and Headaches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let your dentist know about any pain in your jaw or neck, or chronic headaches. These could be indicators of temporomandibular disorder (TMD), which affects the joints that open and close the mouth. The sooner the issue is identified and treated, the less discomfort you\u2019ll have to endure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the great benefits of visiting a dentist regularly for a dental checkup is that it provides a way to spot problems early, avoid unnecessary suffering and have your oral health fully restored. Therefore, you can have greater peace-of-mind!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Louis Olberding is a graduate of the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. For the past two decades, he has provided a wide array of dental services to his patients to ensure that they\u2019re able to experience the best in oral health. To stay as sharp as possible, Dr. Olberding has received advanced postgraduate training from Misch International Implant Institute, Dawson Academy for Advanced Dentistry and Spear Education. He practices at Olberding Dental, and he can be reached for more information or to schedule a visit through his website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

While dentists specialize in providing preventive care and treating issues related to oral health, they are well aware of the fluidity of their patients\u2019 overall wellness. Thus, when you visit for a routine dental checkup, it\u2019s important to share any health-related issues you may be experiencing. Continue reading to learn about the key health factors […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-541","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/541","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=541"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/541\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":543,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/541\/revisions\/543"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=541"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=541"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=541"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}