“I love my teeth and my smile. The work was done very softly and pleasant, and Dr. Gross and his team really cared and even worked on “odd” hours as I was a bit pushed for time leaving USA for Europe. Thank you Dr. Gross – Thank you Renee and the rest of the team – You are great!”

- Pernilla

The Mouth Body Connection

Justine C. Bons, DDS, PA

There is a connection between a healthy mouth and a healthy body.

Bleeding gums, visible root surfaces and loose teeth are not normal at any age. These are usually signs of an infection called periodontal disease, or gum disease. Medical evidence suggests that an unhealthy mouth may worsen serious medical problems, like heart disease, stroke and diabetes. It has shown to increase the risk of heart disease and stroke as well.

With incidences of HPV increasing, it is more important than ever to have an annual oral cancer screening. HPV increases the risk of cervical cancer and oral cancer. Gone are the days of dentists looking and manually feeling the inside of their patient’s mouths. There is new technology that is much more reliable for detection of abnormalities. Our office uses Vizilite annually to screen every patient for oral cancer. It’s as simple as using an oral rinse and then the hygienist uses a special light to look for anything unusual.