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What is a nutrition health screening?

Nutrition and systemic health screenings explore the vital links between diet, oral health, and body wellness. These assessments identify dietary impacts on periodontal health and systemic conditions, fostering targeted nutritional interventions.

Assesses nutritional deficiencies affecting oral health integrity.

Evaluates dietary influences on periodontal disease and systemic health.

Analyzes diet's role in preventing oral pathologies and enhancing wellness.

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NUTRITIONAL IMPACTS ON ORAL & FULL BODY WELLNESS

Diet and oral-systemic health connections

The connection between nutrition and oral-systemic health is well-documented with numerous studies highlighting how diet can significantly affect oral health and, conversely, how oral health can impact the overall well-being of the body. Here are four key links between nutrition and oral-systemic health:

Vitamin deficiencies can lead to oral conditions like scurvy and affect teeth and bone health, underscoring proper nutrition's role in oral integrity.

Dietary sugars and carbs boost gum disease risk, while omega-3s and vegetables reduce inflammation and improve gum health.

Periodontal issues can exacerbate systemic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, highlighting the link between oral and systemic health.

Poor diet increases oral cancer risk; antioxidant-rich foods provide protective benefits against cancer development.

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Nutrition screening process

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step 1

Initial consultation

We start with a consultation to understand your health history and dietary habits.

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Nutritional analysis

We conduct a nutritional deficiency test for essential vitamins and minerals.

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step 3

Result analysis

Our team carefully reviews the test results to identify nutritional deficiencies.

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step 4

Custom nutrition plan

We tailor a dietary plan to address deficiencies and promote overall health.

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Common questions

  • How does nutrition screening impact dental health?

    Nutrition screening identifies nutritional deficiencies that can affect oral health, such as low levels of vitamin C, which can lead to gum disease. This early detection allows for dietary adjustments to prevent oral health issues and maintain healthy gums and teeth.

  • Why is nutrition screening important for systemic health linked to dental conditions?

    Nutrition screening is crucial as it helps detect dietary factors that might contribute to systemic conditions related to dental health, such as diabetes or heart disease. Early nutritional interventions can improve both oral and overall health outcomes.

  • What methods are used in nutrition screening for oral health?

    Tools like the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) are adapted to focus on nutrients impacting oral health, evaluating factors like calcium for bones and vitamin C for gums, helping dental professionals assess nutritional risks related to oral conditions.

  • How long does it take to get results from a nutrition screening?

    Results from a nutrition screening can typically be obtained relatively quickly, often within a few days. The speed depends on the complexity of the tests performed and the specific nutrients being assessed, but most basic screenings aimed at identifying immediate nutritional deficiencies or risks are processed swiftly to facilitate prompt dietary adjustments and interventions.

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Treating the body & the mouth together

Oral-systemic health focuses on identifying and treating the root causes of disease, rather than just the symptoms, emphasizing the connection between oral health and overall well-being.

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