{"id":77,"date":"2021-09-27T14:51:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-27T14:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/?p=77"},"modified":"2021-10-26T14:52:07","modified_gmt":"2021-10-26T14:52:07","slug":"dental-checkup-share-health-factors-dentist-in-san-antonio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/dental-checkup-share-health-factors-dentist-in-san-antonio\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Health Factors You Should Share with Your Dentist at Your Next Checkup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_158469570__1623160676_77036-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"patient chatting with her dentist in San Antonio at her dental checkup \" class=\"wp-image-78\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_158469570__1623160676_77036-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_158469570__1623160676_77036-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/AdobeStock_158469570__1623160676_77036.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your primary care physician almost never asks about your oral health during your regular checkups, but your dentist often inquires about your overall health at these appointments. Why is that? It turns out that the health of the mouth is directly correlated to whole-body wellness. Poor oral health can worsen general health and vice versa. That\u2019s why your dentist in San Antonio takes a keen interest in your overall well-being. To help them help you stay healthy, be sure to mention these five factors during your next dental checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Your Daily Oral Care Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to maintaining optimal dental health, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">prevention<\/a> is key. This involves having a good at-home oral hygiene routine. Most people should be brushing twice a day for two minutes each time, using a fluoridated toothpaste, and flossing every day. If your routine is different, bring it up with your dentist. They can let you know whether you\u2019re doing all that you can to prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Bleeding Gums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to what you may have heard, it\u2019s <em>not <\/em>normal for your gums to bleed after you brush or floss. In fact, bleeding gums may indicate gingivitis \u2013 the first stage of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/gum-disease-treatment.html\">gum disease<\/a>. Gum disease is much easier to treat in the early stages. The sooner your dentist is aware of any gum issues, the better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. High Blood Pressure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental team always takes your blood pressure before any procedure \u2013 and before your routine checkups \u2013 to monitor your safety and overall health. If you\u2019ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, your dentist needs to know. Gum disease, and poor oral health in general, can further raise your blood pressure. It might even render your medication less effective!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Diabetes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diabetes, especially when poorly managed, is notorious for causing health issues all over the body, including the kidneys, immune system, and eyes. Unsurprisingly, diabetes can also worsen oral health. Severe gum disease is more common in diabetic patients, which in turn can elevate blood sugar levels. Even if your diabetes is well-controlled, tell your dentist about it so they can keep an eye out for oral health concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Medication Changes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some medications, even those not designed to treat the mouth, can have adverse effects on oral health. The most common of these is dry mouth. Without adequate saliva in the mouth, food debris and bacteria don\u2019t get washed away from the teeth and gums. As a result, the risk of tooth decay and gum disease rises. At every dental checkup, update your dentist with any changes in your medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good oral health is essential for maintaining a healthy body. For this reason, be sure to mention these five health factors \u2013 as well as any others you can think of \u2013 to your dentist in San Antonio at your next checkup!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author <em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Zachary Brice<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Dental School. Today, he owns and operates Brice Dental, a down-to-earth dental practice with a home-like atmosphere. He values prevention when it comes to his patients\u2019 oral health, which is why he\u2019s genuinely interested in getting to know his patients and helping them maintain their best smiles. If you\u2019re looking for a caring dentist in San Antonio, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bricedental.com\/contact.html\">contact<\/a> Dr. Brice at 210-903-5565.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your primary care physician almost never asks about your oral health during your regular checkups, but your dentist often inquires about your overall health at these appointments. Why is that? It turns out that the health of the mouth is directly correlated to whole-body wellness. Poor oral health can worsen general health and vice versa. 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