Published: 07/18/2019
As a local Fort Lauderdale periodontist, Dr. Sawan Malik spends a lot of time advising clients about possible risk factors that can impact their oral health.
His goal is to educate his patients – and really anyone in Fort Lauderdale – about the dangers of gum disease and other serious issues that so many people face.
Generally speaking, there are a handful of common risk factors that can severely impact the health of your teeth and gums – as well as your overall health.
Those include:
- Smoking and Tobacco Use
- Medications Taken
- Poor Dental Hygiene
Additionally, other factors play a roll including:
- Your Age
- Your Weight
- Your Level of Stress
- Your Genetic Background
For most people, some combination of some or all of these factors are at play. When Dr. Malik initially meets with a new patient, a part of his evaluation is to determine what factors are at play, how they can be minimized and how best to proceed with treatment (if treatment is needed).
Most patients to Dr. Malik are either referred by their local Fort Lauderdale area dentist – or they have a specific problem that they feel needs to be addressed by a periodontist. Whatever the reason, a customized treatment plan can be provided to address signs of gum disease – or address the underlying factors that most patients might miss on their own.
Questions for a Fort Lauderdale periodontist?
To speak with Dr. Malik about any issues you may be facing with your teeth and gums, please schedule an appointment today. We look forward to answering your questions.
For more detailed information about gum disease risk factors, please visit Perio.org.
