Tooth loss and periodontitis are linked to an increased risk of death

In the past, it was commonly accepted that reaching old age without one's teeth was normal, with many people relying on the use of dentures. This tooth loss was treated primarily as an aesthetic problem, thought to be solvable simply by the use of prostheses that did not require the daily care of natural teeth.

However, as medical research has progressed, we have discovered that the issue is much more complex and serious than previously considered. Recent studies have shown a Direct correlation between total tooth loss and significantly increased risk of death, due to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and respiratory disease.

According to the report of the Global Burden of Disease, severe periodontitis affects more than one billion people globally, while theEdentulism, or the complete loss of teeth, afflicts 353 million individuals. Analysis of these data reveals that the Periodontitis is linked to a 46% increase in the risk of mortality for all causes, while theedentulousness increases this risk of 66%.

Today, fortunately, we see an increasing number of people reaching old age while retaining their natural teeth, thanks to the adoption of effective preventive measures. These practices include:

• Thorough daily oral hygiene, with a consistent and thorough oral hygiene routines To prevent gum disease and preserve natural teeth.
• Regular checkups at the dentist scheduled every six months or annually, crucial for monitoring oral health status, allowing early intervention if problems arise.
• Sessions of professional dental hygiene at least annually, more frequent in the case of patients with a predisposition to caries or tartar accumulation
• Balanced diet and healthy lifestyle To improve oral and general health

Our mission in the field of modern dentistry is. Promote not only dental health but also general health. We recognize that a healthy mouth is a Key component of physical well-being and quality of life In the advanced stages of aging. Through the ongoing education of our patients and the adoption of advanced technologies, we strive to offer Treatments that preserve oral health for life.

[Medical Director: Dr. Mauro Savio, Member of the Dentists Register Provincial Order of Surgeons and Dentists of Milan n. 4168].