Why do we need to undergo regular oral health check ups?

According to the latest statistics from the World Health Organization, oral diseases have been listed as the third largest disease after cancer and cerebrovascular diseases. According to a recent oral epidemic survey report, the incidence of oral inflammation such as periodontal disease and tooth decay in China is as high as 97.6%, and almost everyone in China has experienced dental disease.

The doctor stated: In recent years, although the oral health status of the entire population in China has gradually improved, the incidence of various oral diseases still remains high, with the main problems concentrated in oral diseases such as periodontitis and dental caries. Among urban populations, about one-third of people do not pay attention to oral hygiene. The medical theory of oral lesions suggests that inflammation that occurs in the oral cavity will gradually develop towards adjacent organs. For example, inflammation of the insulin secreting lymph glands and thymus can cause insulin production, leading to inflammation of insulin Decreased secretion leads to diabetes. Inflammation of organs such as the eyes, ears, nose, and throat is related to oral inflammation, which can also spread to various organs throughout the body. So people cannot ignore the occurrence of oral inflammation.

The nutrition and temperature of the oral cavity are the best conditions for the growth of various bacteria, which can lead to diseases such as tooth decay, oral ulcers, periodontitis, gingivitis, etc. Therefore, we need to conduct timely oral health examinations to prevent bacterial growth. At present, there are not many people in China who take the initiative to undergo regular oral examinations, and cultivating good oral examination habits has become urgent. Dr. Lu Xianghua from Haoya Dental reminds parents that regular oral health check ups are more important for preschool children and primary and secondary school students, as children and adolescents during this period have faster growth and development, and the incidence of deciduous tooth caries in preschool children is high. The results of the second national epidemiological survey on oral health showed that the incidence of dental caries in 5-year-old children is 76.55%, with an average of 4.48 deciduous teeth per person. School aged children are in a period of alternating between primary and permanent teeth, and their oral condition changes rapidly. Therefore, regular oral health check ups can help understand the situation of deciduous teeth falling out, the development status of permanent tooth germ, as well as the development of dental arch and the establishment of jaw relationship, and identify and solve problems in a timely manner.

Similarly, regular oral examinations are particularly important for the oral health of adults and the elderly. Adults who neglect oral health are prone to periodontal disease, which can lead to symptoms such as bad breath, gum bleeding, and edema, affecting daily life; Due to the generally poor oral hygiene status of elderly people and the rapid development and changes of oral diseases, regular oral health examinations can help understand the health status of remaining teeth. Through professional treatment and guidance, they can maintain their health, timely repair missing teeth, restore basic oral function, and repair or replace unsuitable dentures to maintain their functional condition.