Regular check-ups with your dentist are vital in detecting oral health problems at an early stage. Treating dental problems early not only helps reduce the impact they have on your teeth but also on your overall health, too.
Key takeaways:
- Gum disease is reversible if treated early, but may become difficult to reverse when it reaches an advanced stage.
- A dentist can recognise the signs of sleep apnoea, a breathing disorder that can lead to serious health issues if left untreated.
- A dentist can provide an annual oral cancer screening, as the earlier the disease is diagnosed, the better the survival rate.
“If your dentist spots the cancer early, an 83% survival rate is estimated. Compare this to the 38% survival rate for oral cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Catching this disease early could mean the difference between life and death!”
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