Dentistry in Chesapeake, VA

Medical Dentistry

Caring for Your Oral and Systemic Health

Medical scientists are closing the gap between oral health and systemic health. Research shows that the condition of your teeth and gums reflects the condition of your body in general. Conditions like gum disease and sleep apnea have a direct correlation to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other life-threatening illnesses. Medical dentistry recognizes the need to resolve the underlying oral health issues in order to restore general health and wellbeing.

As a practitioner of medical dentistry, Dr. Simmons is familiar with the warning signs of systemic illness. During your exam, he will ask you questions about your general health, check your blood pressure and glucose levels, and thoroughly inspect your teeth and gums. If he finds reasons for concern, he will work closely with your medical practitioner to resolve the issues before they escalate.

For patients who have risk factors like snoring, smoking, and gum disease, Dr. Simmons can provide non-surgical treatment. Our medical dentistry services include sleep apnea treatment, periodontal therapy, smoking cessation, and sedation dentistry, to name a few. As a sedation dentist, Dr. Simmons helps patients relax at the dental office, so you can get the care you need for maximum wellness.

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Call today to reserve your medical dentistry consultation with Cheseapeake dentist Dr. Robert A. Simmons. Our dental office is conveniently located in the Great Bridge Hickory area in Chesapeake, Virginia just north of the North Carolina border. We serve patients from Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton Roads, Moyock, Elizabeth City, Currituck, Outer Banks and beyond with personalized dental care.

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