Periodontal disease, aka gum disease—50 percent of adults over 30 have it, for a total of 64.7 million Americans. The rate jumps to over 70 percent for seniors over 65. Men, smokers, and Mexican- Americans have the highest risk. Experts call periodontal disease one of the most prevalent non-communicable diseases in this country, right up there with diabetes and heart disease.
Prevention of this disease is now being seen as crucial to a patient’s overall health. Physicians seeking to reduce their patients’risk of serious diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, arthritis, and stroke are starting to team with dentists. Did you know we screen for cancer? In fact, we are often the first to see signs of danger, in time to nip health problems in the bud. Get an appointment for a check-up today!
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