In-office blood testing for C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and Hemoglobin (A1c) are two of the most important tools for dental professionals who would like to take the next step toward the New Paradigm of Oral-Systemic Medicine.

No Additional Costs. Price Includes all Laboratory Processing and Reporting.

• Alert the patient to increased risk of systemic disease including heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even cancer so that appropriate measures may be taken in a timely manner.

• Help the patient understand the connection between periodontal disease and systemic disease.

• Demonstrate the impact of periodontal treatment on systemic health for the patient.

• Establish the need for follow treatment and care.

WHAT IS C REACTIVE PROTEIN AND HOW IS IT IMPORTANT IN DENTISTRY?

C-Reactive Protein is a substance made by the liver in response to inflammation anywhere in the body.

• It has been shown to be more predictive of heart attacks than high cholesterol.

•Periodontal disease has been shown to significantly increase CRP, thereby increasing heart attack risk.

•Treatment of periodontal disease has been shown to reduce CRP thereby lowering heart attack risk.

•Ultra-High CRP can be an indicator of serious disease including cancer and with early detection, can save lives.

DENTISTRY & DIABETES: A Two-Way Street

JAMA, December 3, 2008 Article: Studies Probe Oral Health - Diabetes Link.

-Diabetes can adversely affect oral health, and poor oral health can worsen diabetic complication.

-Diabetes leads to unwanted changes in gums and periodontal tissues.

-Significant data now support that if a person has diabetes and they also have periodontal disease that is left untreated, it is very difficult to gain glycemic control of the patient.

-Periodontal disease including gingivitis and periodontitis worsens diabetes when bacteria released into the bloodstream contribute to inflammation.

-Dentists and Physicians must work together in the detection of diabetes, its complications, and course of treatment.