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Oral Healthcare Physicians
A visit to the dentist can save your life
Since most people that go to the dentist two times a year, we are able to see a patient much more often for screening than a physician. We can identify situations earlier which gives a better prognosis. Typically patients only go to a physician when they know thy have a problem. This is later in the stage of a condition usually requiring more extensive care, higher cost, with poorer outcomes. We at Crystal Lake Dental Associates provide the highest level of screening available in a dental office in the area.
Medical Conditions that may be discovered
There are several medical conditions that can be detected or suspected during a routine dental visit including:
- High Blood Pressure
- Low Blood Oxygen Levels
- Abnormal Pulse Rates
- Oral Cancer
- Acid Reflux/GERD
- Bulimia
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Sleep Apnea
- Bruxism Migraines and Headaches
- Leukemia
- Oral Herpes
- Infections Originating Elsewhere that have Spread to the Mouth.
- HIV AIDS
- Abscessed Teeth causing Bone Infections or Infections in Other Parts of the Body
- Tumors and Cysts in bone
- Osteoporosis
- Diabetes
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Anemia
- Nutritional Deficiency
- Allergies
- Airway Deficiencies
- Improper Growth and Development
- Potential Speech Problems
Through a combination of screening, health history and consultation with a patient, we can help uncover a problem and make recommendations to correct the situation.
We may be able to treat the problem or we will refer for the proper care.
Dental conditions that are screened for
Dental conditions we screen for include:
- Tooth Decay
- Periodontal Disease
- Malocclusion
- Excessive Tooth Wear or Fracture
- TMJ Pain
- Bruxism
- Erosion of Enamel from Acid (GERD, Acid reflux, Bulimia, Excessive use of Sugar/Acid Drinks and Food)
- Abscessed Teeth Requiring Root Canal or Extraction
- Impacted Teeth (Improper Eruption)
- Missing Teeth
- Mobile Teeth
- Gum Recession
- Sores and Infections of the Soft Tissue, Tongue and Salivary Glands
- Habits causing Destruction of Teeth and Gums
- pathologic muscle attachments in soft tissue
- Abnormal Bone or tooth Development and position
- Improper dental hygiene
- Proper Balanced Bite
- Facial and Dental Symmetry
How can I get started?
You can call for a free consultation.
Make an appointment call now
(815) 459-2202
Crystal Lake Dental Associates
280 B Memorial Court, crystal Lake Illinois 60014
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You deserve a healthy, gorgeous smile. Call Crystal Lake Dental Associates today and schedule an appointment with general and family dentist Dr. Neal. We welcome patients from Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, Woodstock, and McHenry Huntley, Cary, McHenry County and surrounding areas to our dental office.