I was privileged to attend a recent course with Dr. Bale and Dr. Doneen focused on Heart Attack, Stroke and Oral Health. Bringing to the fore-front once again, the work dental professionals provide matters when it comes to cardiac health. The collaboration between medical and dental professionals is continuing to strengthen as science recognizes what is happening in the mouth directly impacts the rest of the body, and vice versa. Current research is demonstrating more than a casual association between oral health and cardiovascular health, with a direct cause and effect relationship. This means it's time to make a change! Screening for both diseases more aggressively and more frequently in both the medical and dental field is required. How does one impact the other? We know inflammation in the oral cavity will lead to ulcerations in the epithelium tissues, allowing bacteria to travel a distance systemically. The bacteria present in the oral cavity triggers the inflammator
This Blog is all about sharing my current perspective on all things "Dental Hygiene" and is intended for dental professionals. My on-going goal in the dental industry is to support and inspire those around me, by listening and providing guidance to result in desired outcomes for all. Overall, helping dental professionals love what they do by staying engaged with continued learning and development opportunities. Yours truly, Lisa 💜