The Dental Health Care Crisis

Most of us are completely unaware that there is literally a full-blown dental health care crisis occurring right under our noses. While many of us are fully aware of the more common dental problems like tooth decay, crooked teeth, and gingivitis-few realize the full extent of the crisis because even these issues are entirely "too common". While the addition of fluoride to community water supplies and common dental health products has drastically reduced the rate of tooth decay (by an estimated 50%) in the past five decades, the effort does not seem to be enough according to the CDC which estimates:

• ¼ of all children have at least one cavity before the age of 6
• ½ of all children under the age of 18 have had at least one cavity
• 90% of adults will continue to have tooth decay problems after the age of 40
• Only 75% of adults make it to the age of 60 with SOME of their original teeth left-1/4 of us have none of our original teeth by this point
• Between 10-15% of all adults have advanced periodontal disease

Although the addition of fluoride has helped to greatly reduce these numbers over the years, the rate of common dental problems is still higher than it should be because millions of people still live in communities without fluoridated water. Many of these areas are rural and tend to be comprised of mainly low-income residents who may not be aware of dental health products made with fluoride or how they can help prevent cavities. However, the high rates of tooth decay are not the only cause for concern.

Recent research has revealed an undeniable link between dental health and heart disease problems. While common dental health problems such as tooth decay are always cause for concern, far too little attention is directed towards addressing advanced periodontal disease (gum disease).

Common dental problems such as gingivitis are actually a mild form of gum disease and typically are painless. Gingivitis and advanced periodontal disease is really an infection that primarily affects the gum tissue (at first) and is caused by anaerobic bacteria (such as S. mutans). This infection becomes more severe when it spreads below the gum line because it produces toxins that can dissolve the supporting bone and gingival tissue that help support your teeth. If periodontal disease treatment is not performed, the teeth will fall out and the bacteria will then spread to other areas of the body-such as your heart!!

These harmful bacteria may attach to fatty plaques (responsible for clogging arteries) in the heart. This will further clog the arteries and restrict blood flow making heart attacks more likely. The bacteria may also cause an infection in the heart itself (known as Infective Endocarditis) and add further strain to this organ.

Indeed, while the medical community has become more aware of how common problems like gingivitis and severe periodontal disease can cause far greater medical issues than previously thought, this vital dental health information has not been disseminated properly to the public. Until the public is adequately educated as to the full extent of the damage that can result from conditions like advanced periodontal disease, then the dental health care crisis will continue into the foreseeable future.

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