{"id":679,"date":"2021-01-31T16:25:39","date_gmt":"2021-02-01T00:25:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gordongunnmd.com\/womens_wellness\/?p=679"},"modified":"2021-01-31T16:25:39","modified_gmt":"2021-02-01T00:25:39","slug":"why-a-healthy-mouth-leads-to-a-healthy-body-fullerton-ca","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/gordongunnmd.com\/womens_wellness\/why-a-healthy-mouth-leads-to-a-healthy-body-fullerton-ca\/","title":{"rendered":"Why a Healthy Mouth Leads to a Healthy Body | Fullerton, CA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A mouth can tell a lot about a person\u2019s overall health<\/a>, not just dental health. A lot of non-oral health issues have manifestations in the mouth or mouth area. The following are a few examples of ways your dental health affects your overall health. This is why dental hygiene is so important. If you find you have some of these symptoms, it\u2019s time to visit your dentist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heart disease.<\/strong> Bright red or purple gums<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Type 2 diabetes.<\/strong> Bleeding gums sensitive to touch although there is no noticeable plaque<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kidney disease.<\/strong> Breath has sweet ammonia-like smell; very noticeable and pronounced<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acid reflux.<\/strong> Worn down teeth; teeth affected dependent on where acid settles while person is in sleeping position<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral cancer.<\/strong> Gums and oral tissues with white spots; MUST last for at least two or more weeks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leukemia.<\/strong> Bright red and swollen gums; differentiated from diabetes via blood test<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Osteoporosis<\/a>.<\/strong> Black spots that denote air pockets and dead bone; show up on x-rays<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stress.<\/strong> Cracked teeth or gums that have contracted away from teeth (can develop into infection)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sleep apnea.<\/strong> Swollen gums and tongue in areas which air passes through<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy.<\/strong> Swollen gums could imply hormonal changes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bulimia.<\/strong> Paper-thin front teeth; most enamel worn down; different from acid reflux since it affects different teeth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you can see, the mouth can display ailments are not even related to the mouth or mouth areas. Early detection of multiple diseases and health problems can often be life-saving. It is important to visit your dentist on a regular basis to ensure your mouth is healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you would like more information on your dental health, contact Dr. Gordon C. Gunn MD at 714-912-2211\u00a0or visit\u00a0<\/strong>www.gordongunnmd.com<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to schedule an appointment today.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Gunn proudly serves Fullerton and all surrounding areas.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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