We keep your whole family healthy and smiling proudly with a range of quality, proactive dentistry services
By managing your oral health, you also reduce your risk of developing systemic conditions such as atherosclerosis. This is not an overstatement. Researchers have implicated periodontitis (the advanced form of gum disease) in developing a range of cardiovascular disorders. Diabetics with periodontitis and other oral conditions also have more significant challenges in controlling their blood sugar than diabetics with healthy mouths.
As a provider of biological services for the whole family, Ramsin K. Davoud DDS intimately appreciates this oral-overall health connection. We emphasize consistent, proactive dental visits and care. And ideally, these routine visits to our office in Turlock, California, start young, even before children reach school age. It is never too early to instill good habits, model healthy behaviors, and overall support positive perceptions of dentistry in your little ones.
Furthermore, it is essential to maintain good oral care throughout your life. As you get older, your health status may change. Conditions such as Type 2 diabetes also increase your risk of developing oral problems. Additionally, the medications used to treat chronic medical problems also increase your risk of developing dental conditions. For instance, there are reportedly 400-plus medications that list “xerostomia” (dry mouth) as a risk factor. Saliva is a natural cleanser. When saliva production is constrained, your teeth are more vulnerable to enamel erosion and decay.
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Overall, the following services have a “protective effect”; they prevent gum disease and dental decay. By avoiding these “controllable” risk factors for systemic disease, these dental services also support the health of your heart and other organs and bodily systems.
- Comprehensive exams – A foundation of the routine dental check-up, Dr. Davoud inspects your teeth, gums, and oral and maxillofacial tissues. Digital dental x-rays may be taken to see what cannot be identified with the eyes or by touch alone.
- Professional cleanings – The “standard” cleaning involves removing plaque, stubborn plaque build-up (tartar), and surface stains from the teeth and at the gum line. These substances contribute to the development of periodontal disease and tooth decay.
- Oral cancer screenings – Incorporated into the dental check-up, Dr. Davoud will look for abnormalities not limited to lumps, bumps, and discolored patches. When detected at its localized or early stage, oral cancers have a very high rate of successful treatment.
- Dental sealants – Nine out of every ten cavities develop in the back teeth. To protect these decay-prone premolars and molars, Dr. Davoud may apply a safe and discreet substance to the grooved or pitted surfaces of the teeth. This substance “seals” uneven grooves and pits to keep out food particles, bacteria, and other pathogens.
Dr. Ramsin Davoud is here for you and your family members at every life stage. Our biological approach to dentistry supports the health and appearance of the smile, as well as systemic health and overall well-being. Call (209) 690-8051 for more information or to schedule an appointment at our office in Turlock, CA.
