The Plano Dentist knows that an oral examination is about more than just dental health: it can reveal problems in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, we often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as inflammation, chronic bad breath, bleeding gums, or jaw pain.
Healthcare providers may soon have another oral diagnostic tool for detecting systemic diseases—a test that measures the molecules in saliva.
“UCLA researchers are working on a test that could have the ability to diagnose diseases like diabetes and cancer. It’s conceivable that dentists will soon be able to take saliva samples that can be tested for numerous diseases. And if that happens, disease diagnosis will be much simpler for all parties.”1
At The Plano Dentist, we help patients maintain optimal dental health and sensational smiles with advanced cosmetic dentistry. We understand how the state of your dental health impacts the rest of your body. You can think of Dr. Bushey as a vital member of your healthcare team who is dedicated to your overall health and well-being.
At The Plano Dentist, your dental health and overall health are part of the same equation. Our services include general and cosmetic dentistry. Schedule your next cleaning and checkup today.
1Saliva Test May Uncover Deadly Diseases, Dentistry Today (citing an article in Clinical Chemistry, clinchem.org), November 6, 2014, http://dentistrytoday.com/todays-dental-news/10711-saliva-test-may-uncover-deadly-diseases, accessed on December 19, 2014
Contact The Plano Dentist:
469-998-0235
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
3115 W Parker Rd Ste C538
Plano, Texas
75023
