When you brush your teeth in the morning or in the evening, then you think about the inadmissibility of the bacteria and tooth decay, which here right now are fighting effectively. A skilled dentist, once having looked into the open mouth, can tell a story about your health. After all, the human mouth - is now "a mirror of the body", neither more nor less. It turns out, the dentist is able to diagnose various diseases. He is aware of the patient's bad habits and even knows about his favorite beverage.
You gryzesh nails
Without looking at the hands and nails, dentist easily determine the habit of small chips on the enamel, and abrasions on the edges of the front teeth. Such injuries occur as a result of friction of the lower row of teeth during the "biting" nail edge. In addition, this habit could easily provoke any infection of the gums.
Bronchitis, heartburn and even kidney problems
Halitosis patient - this is the most frequent, with which to face dental practitioners. And an experienced dentist will be able to distinguish between shades of scent, each of whom has a particular disease. So with the smell of the fruit "notes" evidence of diabetes or of systematic overeating, and a fishing - on existing liver / kidney. When the "flavor" it is very unpleasant and strong, certainly there are problems with the gastrointestinal tract, or any serious lung disease.
Sinusitis
Patients with sinusitis (so-called inflammation of the paranasal sinuses) is often mistakenly complain of pain in the roots of the upper front teeth. Meanwhile, these teeth are located near the bottom of sinuses, and both problems, in fact, may manifest equally. To determine what exactly it hurts, it is necessary to bend lower position of "standing up straight." If the pain has increased (due to high blood pressure), then it is not in the teeth.
Avitaminosis
When the body lacks some vitamins, a person experiences a burning tongue, is suffering from bleeding gums or tooth enamel watches detachment. They may also be formed at the corners of mouth sores.
Diabetes
Sugar imbalance in the blood affects the gums. They may become too sensitive, swelling, bleeding. It may change also the consistency of saliva. Dentist, noticing similar symptoms to warn patients about the dangers of diabetes.
Oral cancer
The first signs of this terrible disease:
- mucosal damage and bleeding;
- its swelling;
- form a seal.
If the dentist finds something of the above, it is necessary to advise a biopsy of suspicious areas.
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