Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS

By Arthur Kezian

Gum disease is a form of bacterial infection which affects the teeth, the bones in the mouth, and the gums – not only is it unsightly but it is thought to affect the heart. For quite some time, there has been a debate that occurs in the health community about whether diseases of your mouth and heart disease are related. Some heart experts believe that because of the bacteria in your mouth, you have a twice-higher chance of having a heart attack. However, the American Heart Association has recently announced that studies disprove the theory. As the debate continues, learning to take care of your teeth may keep any possible link from developing. Do not wait until the disease has developed or the A.H.A. has reached its decision; begin to focus on your mouth health now.

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Dr. Kezian can provide the means to help you understand the connection between the two.

Connection:

  • A spokeswoman for the American Heart Association has said the following, “There are a lot of studies that suggest that oral health, and gum disease in particular, are related to serious conditions like heart disease.”
  • The connection lies in certain bacteria found in the blood stream that comes from the mouth.
  • Researchers suggest that by preventing gum disease and brushing your teeth with vigor; you can actually prevent heart disease. This is because the bacterium from your mouth gets washed away with teeth brushing.

Atherosclerosis

  • The connection between these two diseases lies within atherosclerosis; this is hardening of the arteries that causes heart disease. When your gums and teeth are infected, the dangerous bacterium travels into your blood stream and can cause a heart attack or problems with your heart.
  • Inflammation in your mouth can affect inflammation in other parts of your body; so when you have an infection in your mouth, your entire body is at risk. And, if your heart is weak already, this inflammation can further make your heart weaker.

 

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It is better safe than sorry when it comes to your health – your mouth is worth being paid attention to. Gum disease should be immediately treated. Your heart – and your entire body – can be at stake if your gums and teeth are not taken care of properly.

Bettering Your Gums:

Dr. Kezian will give you particular ways in which you can strengthen and better your gums so that the disease will not occur – or re-occur.

  • He may encourage you to take Mastic Mouthwash which goes to the root of your system and will attract your white blood cells and they will invade against the army of plaque rising against you. Your teeth will remain healthy, your gums will strengthen, and gingivitis will be completely defeated within your mouth and gums. Your mouth will smell fresher, too.
  • Whether you have gingivitis or want to fight against all diseases that are found in the gum, you must make the first steps – thoroughly brushing your teeth and having an annual dentist appointment. Do not delay in making the appointment; your health is very important. Your heart needs you to make the first move; heart disease is linked to the diseases that are found in the gums – and although the American Heart Association debates it, you must not take any chances. Not only is your heart at risk but if you allow mouth diseases to continue, you will have a higher risk for COPD, dementia, and infertility.

Allow Dr. Kezian and staff to help you today and show you the best ways to combat diseases.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777