Dental Decay Discovery Highlights Need to Maintain Oral Health with the Tools We Have Now, Says Dr. Farzad Feiz
The lead dentist of California Dental Care and Calabasas Dental Group comments on a recent article that exciting new advances may be on the way in years to come but, for now, modern day dentistry will have to do.
LOS ANGELES, May 20, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A May 2 article on CTV News Toronto reported on a newfound link between the body's immune system and dental decay. The study suggests that a specific type of white blood cell aggressively fights bacteria in the mouth, leading to a sort of microscopic collateral damage. These white blood cells kill bacteria but also damage the surrounding hard tissues in the process. As the lead scientist in the study mentions, "It's like trying to eliminate a fly on the wall by taking a sledgehammer…You may hit the bug, but the damage to the wall is quite significant." By diagnosing this problem, it is believed that the study is likely to lead new advances in dentistry when scientists learn how to combat the problem. Dr. Farzad Feiz of California Dental Care and Calabasas Dental Group says that new dental advances may be coming but, for now, there are plenty of things that patients can do now to maintain their dental health.
Dr. Feiz notes that the white blood cells in the study probably will not do much damage in the mouth if they have nothing—or at least a limited amount of something—to fight. Reducing the number of bacteria in a patient's mouth is no difficult task, he notes, in most cases, it is as simple as regularly brushing and flossing one's teeth, perhaps in addition to using a mouth rinse. Dr. Feiz =adds that bacteria in the mouth are also made more plentiful by consuming sugary or acidic foods, which create excellent environments for said bacteria to thrive. Allowing this culture of bacteria in the mouth to go unchecked in turn creates an acidic setting in the mouth that strips teeth of enamel, builds up tartar, and leads to staining or worse.
The doctor mentions that practicing strong dental hygiene habits can keep smiles healthy and happy; however, he also notes that even those with the best dental hygiene can suffer from various ailments on occasion. In cases such as these, he adds, patients should then consult a dentist and preferably the sooner the better. He explains that patients who wait too long or deprioritize their dental health are not only putting their oral health at risk but their overall wellbeing. Dr. Feiz adds that oral hygiene has been liked to a multitude of other health areas, including cardiovascular health. As such, Dr. Feiz says that patients should never compromise on their dental hygiene or health – the benefits are not only limited to their appearance, they can be felt holistically.
Interested readers can find more information from Dr. Farzad Feiz by going to the California Dental Care and Calabasas Dental Groups website at https://www.feizdental.com/ or by calling (818) 871-0680 or (310) 207-1060.
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