5 facts about “hidden infections” (cavitations)
Drs. Al A. Fallah and Sergio Juca provide comprehensive, holistic, and biological dentistry services, including biological oral surgery. While we may apply biological surgical techniques to treat a wide range of concerns, our approach to caring for cavitations can profoundly affect both your oral health and your total or systemic health. Here, Dentistry for San Diego in Carlsbad, California, provides a glimpse into what cavitations are and treatment options to resolve this threat to your smile and overall well-being.
1 – Cavitations, defined
Dr. Fallah retains membership in the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine. Dedicated to advancing the art and science of biological dentistry, the IABDM defines cavitations as areas of the jaw that do not have good blood flow. Cavitations can produce pain and may lead to osteonecrosis or the death of bone tissue. They are characterized by hollowed-out areas in the jawbone. Cavitations always contain dead or dying tissue.
2 – Causes
Cavitations can arise due to infections or impaired healing following the removal or extraction of a tooth. These voids in the bone are also a complication of root canal treatment. The loss of bone and infection can occur around teeth previously treated with the root canal procedure. If the healing process is compromised, cavitations can still develop around the roots of the teeth.
3 – The problem with cavitations
These areas tend to harbor harmful bacteria and toxins. Some cavitations are also reservoirs for considerable amounts of mercury and other toxic substances. Without treatment, cavitations can cause persistent headaches, earaches, numbness, tingling, and jaw stiffness. The onslaught of bacteria, toxins, and inflammation may also contribute to numerous systemic and chronic conditions, ranging from unexplained fatigue to autoimmune disease.
Like advanced periodontal/gum disease, cavitations can have a far-reaching effect on the health and function of other parts of the body. In fact, the media is just starting to confirm and widely publicize what dental professionals like Drs. Fallah and Juca have known all along – infected cavitations can really be the root cause of so many health issues.
4 – The unique challenges
Cavitations are often referred to as “hidden infections.” They do not always produce pain or other symptoms, which makes them a silent yet potentially devastating oral and systemic health threat. Additionally, cavitations can be challenging for dental professionals to detect. They are often not visible on traditional X-rays. Advanced imaging techniques and other tools may be necessary to identify cavitations. Only with this understanding of the nature of your cavitation can we move forward with treatments to support the health of your mouth and “system.”
5 – Treating cavitations with biological dentistry
Treatment largely involves removing infected tissues, damaged bone, bacteria, and other toxins and harmful substances from the cavitation. This “clean-out” may be combined with other biologically sound therapies. Complementary therapies for these and other conditions that may require biological oral surgery include:
- Dental ozone for disinfection and to encourage natural healing
- Platelet-rich fibrin to regenerate bone
- Laser dentistry to support the least invasive and most effective treatment
Cavitations do not need to lurk undiscovered within your body, producing damage that extends beyond the site of origin. We encourage you to get into a healthy schedule of routine visits to your biological dentist in Carlsbad, CA, at Dentistry for San Diego. Contact us at (760) 730-1600 to schedule your appointment. We also encourage you to call us immediately if you are concerned about any changes with your mouth or how you are healing following dental treatment.
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