Your mouth reflects the health of your entire body. At Dentistry @ UP, we ask about your medical history and medications because certain health conditions and drugs can directly impact your dental treatment and oral health.
Medications Affect Your Dental Care
Knowing what you're taking helps us provide safe, effective care for the following reasons:
- Many common medications cause dry mouth, which increases your risk for cavities and gum disease.
- Taking blood thinners may require us to adjust our approach to procedures like extractions.
- Certain medications interact with antibiotics or anesthetics we might prescribe.
Health Conditions Matter
Conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune disorders can affect gum health, healing ability, and infection risk. Those with certain heart conditions may need antibiotics before dental procedures to prevent serious complications. We need this information to protect your health during treatment.
Your Dentist Is Part of Your Healthcare Team
Dr. Ceasar and Dr. Pool view themselves as partners in your overall wellness. You may be surprised to learn that sometimes dentists are the first to notice signs of autoimmune disease, diabetes, and conditions like sleep apnea, oral cancer, or vitamin deficiencies. Having your complete medical picture on record allows us to provide safe, effective treatment that supports whole-body health.
If you’d like to book an appointment for a checkup or have another concern, please contact Dentistry @ UP in West Chester, OH.