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Personalized Care For Our Patients
Over the years we have come to realize the interdisciplinary nature of treating advanced patient needs. Often times, effective treatment requires multiple health care modalities in order for the patient to achieve health. In addition to specialists in the dental field, we work with physical therapists, acupuncturists, nutritionists, medical doctors, and counselors to arrive at a customized treatment plan for the patient.
Mouth-Body Connection
In recent years, it has become apparent that a connection between oral health and systemic health exists. Though there is not yet a proven “cause-and-effect” relationship, a definite association between periodontitis (gum disease) and other systemic conditions is well-established throughout the medical community. Problems such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, bacterial pneumonia, and even elevated risk for low birth weight or preterm babies have all been found in association with gum disease. At Buda Dental, we believe in total wellness, and recognize the impact that oral health has on systemic health, as well as the reverse. We are committed to helping our patients recognize how the Mouth-Body Connection relates to them personally, and together develop a plan to achieve total wellness.
To learn more on these topics, please visit the following resources:
www.perio.org - (American Academy of Periodontology)
www.ada.org - (American Dental Association)
Oral Health In Cancer Therapy
When the diagnosis of cancer reaches a family, it can feel overwhelming. Immediately there are all kinds of decisions that need to be made. One thing that patients are often unaware of is the impact that cancer treatment can have on the oral environment. Stem Cell Transplant, Chemotherapy, and Head and Neck Radiation can all have detrimental effects on the health of your mouth. Everything from infection, to a much elevated risk for decay, to actual necrosis of bone is possible. Loss of salivary flow (a result of radiation in the area) can cause a drastic increase in the presence of tooth decay, for example. As patients move through the journey of cancer treatment, our desire is for dental pain and problems to be the least of their worries. For this reason, we encourage all patients diagnosed with cancer to have a dental examination prior to treatment to resolve any current infection, as well as begin preventative treatments to minimize the effect on the oral tissue. An individual’s quality of life can be greatly altered when teeth are lost, dry mouth arises, or other changes occur. We have done significant research in determining the proper recommendations for our patients. The preventative modalities we suggest are supported by the Texas Dental Association, and we encourage you to visit their Dental Oncology Education Program at www.doep.org to learn more. |
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