Dentistry is a very serious profession. We learn more everyday as studies show links between the health of the mouth and the health of the mind and body.
Our team recommends a full panoramic film be exposed on every adult every five years. Here is one of the reasons....
Do you see the areas circled in red? See the calcified masses inside those circles? Those are calcification in the Carotid Artery. These type of calcification lead to the occurrence of a Stroke. This patient was referred to her physician. Further testing revealed 50% blockage of her Carotid Arteries. Now she takes medication to reduce her risk of having a stroke, which was in her family history. The satisfying thing for our office was when her physician asked four times "are you sure it was your dentist who sent you here?" Our office goal is to make sure you stay the healthiest as possible in your entire body. Thanks for allowing us the opportunity to help you.
Brian S. Nylaan, D.D.S. and Nylaan Dental Team
