Dentists are now performing early detection tests for heart disease and several other serious illnesses. Recent studies show that patients with periodontal disease run the risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary artery bleeds and have a more difficult time controlling their diabetes, For women who are pregnant, they have increased risks of pre-term births and low birth-weight babies.
The bottom line ..... your dentist could save your life with a simple finger prick! People see their dentist more often than their medical doctor, so their dentist plays a major role in the early detection of some of these serious conditions.
The most common warning sign of more than twenty serious illnesses is bleeding gums. Some of these conditions include; pre-diabetes, diabetes, cancer and heart disease.
If your gums bleed when you brush or floss your teeth, you need to ask us about this simple C-Reactive Protein test at your next dental visit.
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