Joint replacement infections can be
instigated by severe gum disease
 Dr.
Knight strongly recommends a thorough dental examination for presence of tooth and gum infection
is recommended prior to joint replacement.
Periodontal disease is a commonly
occurring oral infection of the adult population (80% of adults are
affected) destroying the bony support of the teeth.
Because of the lack of any discomfort to the patient until total loss of bony support to the teeth, many adults are unaware that they have this infection
until they visit Richard B Knight DMD. However, the bacteria from this bone destroying disease, especially in the more advanced cases, has been attributed to possible infection of joint replacements.
Candidates for joint replacements who have not been seen by Dr. Knight in over a year should
consider a thorough dental evaluation of their teeth and gums before surgery.
Depending on the severity of the infection, treatment of gum infections and tooth abscesses may take from two weeks to two months before the patient reaches adequate health before surgery.
If you have any questions about infection in joint replacements,
please call our office at (503) 284-3588.
Joint Replacements - Gum Disease
In Portland Oregon and the surrounding
Vancouver WA - Gresham - Clackamas - Beaverton OR areas. |
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