6 Mouth Signs That Indicate The Presence Of A Disease

The sensation of having weak teeth could be a consequence of periodontitis. If there is no infection, our teeth falling out can be an indication of osteoporosis.

The mouth works as a gateway to the body  to be able to provide it with the nutrients from food, water and everything it needs to work in optimal conditions.

However, just as it plays a fundamental role in health, it is also the means by which microorganisms often enter that can later lead to disease.

Every day we care about having good oral hygiene in order to eliminate a large part of the viruses and bacteria that can cause dental problems or bad breath.

But, beyond worrying about that, we should also take into account some warning signs that may appear in the mouth and indicate a health problem. Do you know them?

Jaw or tooth pain

If the pain occurs in the lower jaw and is later accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue and chest pain radiating up to the arms, it could be indicating a heart attack.

If, on the other hand, it occurs in the upper part of the teeth, it is most likely that it is warning of a sinusitis. This condition occurs when the natural cavities that surround the nostrils become inflamed and cause pain that usually affects the jaw, teeth and head.

However, jaw or tooth pain may be due to muscle tension caused by clenching the teeth at night, this is known as bruxism.

Mouth sores or ulcers

There are several that we can mention and at the same time, offer you a very brief explanation of its characteristics. Pay attention to the following:

For starters, we can mention the canker sores, which can be described as small white erosions or sores surrounded by an area of redness. On the other hand, herpes, also called fever blisters or herpes simplex , is mentioned and described as a group of blisters that appear around the lips and sometimes under the nose or on the chin.

There are also leukoplakia, which looks like a thick, whitish plaque on the inside of the cheek. To mention a last one, there is candidiasis (fungal infection), whose treatment consists of controlling the disorders that cause the outbreaks.

These are some of the most common types of sores that can appear in the mouth.

Now, in the same vein, and now that you know a little about these mouth ulcers, it is important to note that each type of sore is produced by a different cause and it is very important to pay attention to them, since they can alert a disease, infection , high fever or irritation caused by braces.

Bad breath

It is said that a considerable number of cases of halitosis originate in the mouth, and that in turn, it is associated with bacteria on the back of the tongue and some gum diseases.

So, a recommendation that should be taken into account when the bad smell appears suddenly, is to pay immediate attention, as it could be warning type 2 diabetes, or failure in the liver, kidneys or intestines.

Changes in the appearance of the gums

Among some references that speak about this part of the topic, we can mention a study shown by Puyuelo Clinica Dental, which explains that the color of the gums reveals important information about oral health.

Therefore, noticing a white color in the gums could be indicating that the person may be suffering from anemia. What happens is that, by decreasing the number of red blood cells, the gums can turn pale. Usually in this case a red, swollen and shiny tongue can also be noticed.

If they are red and inflamed, it may be warning of an infection caused by bacteria known as gingivitis.

Loss of teeth

There may be cases where you begin to have the sensation that the teeth are loosening and it is also accompanied by an appearance of red and shiny gums, because at this point it is recommended to consult a doctor, since it could be a periodontitis.

However, if there is no sign of infection at all and teeth start to fall out, then it could be an early sign of progressing osteoporosis.

Women after menopause should pay close attention to these types of signs, since in this stage, the mineral density in the bones decreases and this can lead to the development of a chronic disease.

Bleeding gums

This symptom is common when some type of injury or infection is affecting the gums directly, it may only require better brushing and the use of a mouthwash according to each person. In contrast, if the bleeding is recurrent and a little heavy, it could be warning of leukemia.

If there is also some type of nosebleed, then it could be indicating that there is liver damage.

As data, we mention that the liver has the ability to manufacture substances that facilitate blood clotting ; For this reason, when there is some type of failure, it can cause bleeding in the gums and nose. It is suggested to take it into account.

Almost finally, it could be recalled the fact that, in menopause, or when taking acetylsalicylic acid, slight bleeding can also occur. In these two cases there is no reason for greater alerts. It would only be enough to rinse your mouth with water and a little baking soda to disinfect.

Finally, it is important to emphasize the importance of having a medical consultation with a professional, at least 2 times a year, in addition, it is recommended to follow the instructions of a specialist to be able to solve any of the problems presented here.