Dentists in Ladera Ranch can restore the crown of a tooth to address dental issues and maintain whole-body health
When you hear about common dental solutions or services such as crowns it's natural to think of maintaining or restoring the health of your teeth and mouth. Even those problems that apply exclusively to the oral cavity can affect far more than tooth function.
Numerous health problems such as Parkinson's disease and diabetes may be linked to oral conditions that require crowns and possibly root canal therapy.
Dental problems = Whole-body problems
Cavities and infections may immediately bring to mind tooth damage and tooth loss; however, when you have a painful dental problem it can easily overrun your life. As decay progresses, pain becomes worse. You might find unable to concentrate on work or school. You may need to call in sick more because of the pain. You might not be able to enjoy nights out with friends, as you won't be in the mood to do so.
If these problems have affected your appearance, it is very easy to withdraw from social situations. Confidence suffers. The more you withdraw, the more you feel depressed and anxious. Depression itself can snowball and has been associated with many health problems.
You might resort to drinking meals, which means you may not be getting the nutrients you need to stay healthy. Nutritional deficiencies can affect digestion, bone strength and growth, nerve and heart function cognition, and skin health — the list goes on and on!
Healthy teeth, healthy you
Dental crowns represent an incredibly versatile way to feel better about how you look and feel in general. This tooth-colored material designed to fit over the portion of the tooth seen above the gum line can restore function and appearance by:
- Holding together broken teeth
- Supporting a tooth with a large or worn filling
- Replacing a missing tooth as part of a bridge
- Covering a dental implant
- Correcting severely misshapen, discolored teeth
The oral health problems requiring such intervention don't exist in a vacuum. It seems with each year more studies are completed that find a connection between conditions such as advanced gum disease and cardiovascular disease.
These links are hardly a stretch when you consider the complications of painful infections like tooth abscesses. If untreated, abscesses can spread to other parts of the face and body, eventually causing a systemic or whole body infection known as sepsis.
Consider how health problems can so frequently manifest themselves as dental issues or vice versa. Chronic sinus problems, for example, can feel like moderate to severe tooth pain. You may go to see the dentist only to find your teeth and gums are healthy, and that the problem is actually sinusitis. Take care of your teeth and you are doing your body a tremendous favor.
While care starts with keeping regular checkups and professional cleanings, Drs. Alex and Nina Basti can restore the crown of your tooth to get you out of pain and back to your busy life. These and other general dental and cosmetic services are available in the Ladera Ranch area. Call 949-427-2096 to schedule an appointment.