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

posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 6:29 PM

Tuesday, October 07, 2008

THINK AHEAD...

Educating patients on the link between oral and overall health can help save lives. The American Dental Association reports that some degree of gum disease affects 75% of adults over the age of thirty five and older. The cause for concern is more than three hundred species of bacteria that live in the mouth. These bacteria's left unaddressed can form colonies between the tooth and gum, leading to gingivitis, an inflamation of the gum and tissues. Gingivitis can develop into periodontitis, a chronic, low grade infection where the infected gums pull away from the teeth and form a growing pocket that allows the infection to spread. If remained unchecked, bacteria can eventually eat away the bone beneath the gums, loosening teeth and threatening tooth loss. Here at Dr. Thomas O'Neils office in Tamarac,every new patient recieves an extensive comprehensive examination which includes bone level measurements. Each patient recieves the best available treatment based on their individual needs.

By:
Brandee and Chelsi

posted by The office of Dr. Thomas O'Neil at 11:22 AM

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