Ft Lauderdale Family, Cosmetic, and Sedation Dentistry Blog | Dr. Thomas O'Neil
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
REDUCING THE COST FACTOR
“Everyone is looking for ways to reduce health care costs,” said Susan Karabin, DDS, and President of the American Academy of Periodontology. A new found study In the November2007 issue of the Journal of Periodontology (JOP) discovered that prevention of periodontal diseases may lead to savings on dental and medical care costs. Periodontal disease has been linked to systemic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and respiratory problems.
Japan examined the effect of periodontal diseases on dental and medical costs in 4,285 patients over a 3.5-year time span. The patient’s age groups range from ages of 40-59. Researchers found that cumulative health care costs over 3.5yrs were 21% higher for patients with severe periodontal disease than patients with no periodontal disease. Severe periodontal disease (periodontitis) involves bone loss and diminished attachment around the teeth. Because of the relationship between the mouth and the rest of the body, treating periodontal disease may be one simple way to decrease total health care costs. If caught early, periodontal diseases can be treated using simple non-surgical techniques which can restore your mouth to a healthy state. At Dr. O’Neil’s office we are always looking for ways to keep the cost down. Come vist our office located in Tamarac fl. The team looks forward to seeing you!
Written by Bernadette and Linette
“Everyone is looking for ways to reduce health care costs,” said Susan Karabin, DDS, and President of the American Academy of Periodontology. A new found study In the November2007 issue of the Journal of Periodontology (JOP) discovered that prevention of periodontal diseases may lead to savings on dental and medical care costs. Periodontal disease has been linked to systemic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and respiratory problems.
Japan examined the effect of periodontal diseases on dental and medical costs in 4,285 patients over a 3.5-year time span. The patient’s age groups range from ages of 40-59. Researchers found that cumulative health care costs over 3.5yrs were 21% higher for patients with severe periodontal disease than patients with no periodontal disease. Severe periodontal disease (periodontitis) involves bone loss and diminished attachment around the teeth. Because of the relationship between the mouth and the rest of the body, treating periodontal disease may be one simple way to decrease total health care costs. If caught early, periodontal diseases can be treated using simple non-surgical techniques which can restore your mouth to a healthy state. At Dr. O’Neil’s office we are always looking for ways to keep the cost down. Come vist our office located in Tamarac fl. The team looks forward to seeing you!
Written by Bernadette and Linette
posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 6:29 PM
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