Dental cavities, bleeding gums, and other symptoms may alert us of underlying threats to our wellness.
Key takeaways:
– Dry mouth, gum disease (gingivitis), and oral thrush sometimes occur with diabetes.
– Thrush comes from Candida infections, with white spots on the tongue, redness, difficulty swallowing and cracked skin.
– Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) could lead to stomach acid eroding the enamel on the inside of the teeth.
According to a study in the American Heart Journal, people with advanced gum disease (periodontitis) are more likely to suffer cardiac problems.
Read more from a dentist here:
http://www.health.com/oral-health/oral-symptoms#91e274f6-0309-4f45-89fc-0efbd737ab40
