If you’re preparing to have a baby, it goes without saying you’ve got a lot on your to-do list. When you factor in your regular schedule on top of checkups, sonogram appointments, and all the work that goes into putting together a nursery, little things like brushing your teeth and eating right can get lost in the shuffle.
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Thursday, July 21st, 2011Comprehensive Dental Care Improves Oral Health, Whole-Body Wellbeing
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010
Evidence continues to mount linking oral and overall health. Chesapeake’s Dr. Robert Simmons has long been aware of the mouth-body connection. As a practitioner of medical dentistry, he offers personalized, comprehensive care to help patients achieve healthy smiles and healthy bodies. As a sedation dentist, he also delivers peace of mind.
Dr. Simmons focuses on total wellness: mouth, mind, and body.
A Cycle of Discovery
Because problems that originate in the mouth can impact the entire body, teeth and gums often display signs that alert Dr. Simmons to underlying health conditions. At your initial exam and subsequent checkups, Dr. Simmons will:
- Thoroughly evaluate the condition of your teeth and gums
- Ask you about your general health
- Check your blood pressure and glucose levels
In this way, Dr. Simmons is a crucial player on your medical team. He’ll work with you to resolve oral-related conditions, such as snoring/sleep apnea, gum disease, and dental decay/damage. (We offer smoking cessation therapy, as well.) The doctor will also alert you to conditions that require attention from your medical doctor, including high blood pressure and elevated glucose levels.
We’re on Your Side
Stroke, heart attack, respiratory problems, dementia, and osteoporosis are just a few of the health problems linked to dental disease. Together, we’ll work with you to achieve a healthy smile and lessen your risk of experiencing the often devastating consequences of conditions that impact the body and lessen quality of life.
Call today for an appointment with Dr. Simmons. At our Chesapeake dental office, a great smile and good health go hand in hand.