For those concerned about the risk of periodontal disease

screening
Inspection features

For those who are busy or don't have time to take the test,
In conjunction with medical checkups and health checkups,
You can easily check your risk of periodontal disease.

Less strain on the body
Easy inspection

This test is performed using a dedicated kit.Testing requires only saliva and blood samplesJust add it to your medical checkup or health checkup,Less strain on the bodyYou can take the test.

Highly accurate risk assessment

This test measures the amount of"Amount of periodontal disease bacteria""Blood test results",Special AlgorithmsThe results are analyzed to determine the "risk of severe periodontal disease."

Easy to understand and detailed
Results report

The results of this test will be communicated to you in an easy-to-understand, dedicated report that classifies your periodontal disease risk into four stages and three grades.

Tohoku University School of Dentistry
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Midtown Clinic
Aiming to realize comprehensive medical and dental checkups

This screening test uses periodontal disease risk assessment technology (algorithm analysis) developed by Tohoku University (Professor Saito's group, Faculty of Dentistry).
At Midtown Clinic, with the introduction of this test,"Comprehensive Medical and Dental Checkup" checks your health from both medical and dental perspectivesWe aim to achieve this.

Periodontal disease screening test
To apply,
Optional ExaminationsAt
We understand.

*If your appointment date is within a week and you would like to add an optional test, please apply by phone or on the day.

*This test requires a saliva sample to be collected. Please refrain from eating, drinking, or brushing your teeth for one hour before your visit.

*This test is an elective medical treatment and the full cost will be borne by the patient.

Also exhibited at the Osaka Kansai ExpoScreening test introduction video

* Provided by: FiberMedicine Co., Ltd.
(a venture company founded by Tohoku University)

Effects of periodontal disease
Future risks

Periodontal disease begins in the oral cavity,
Various future risks to overall health
I know I can give.

01Bad breath

As periodontal disease progresses, bacteria (anaerobic bacteria) grow between the teeth and gums. These bacteria release strong-smelling gases, causing bad breath.

02Tooth loss

If periodontal disease is left untreated, the bone that supports the teeth will gradually dissolve, and eventually the teeth may fall out. According to the results of the Nationwide Survey on Causes of Tooth Extraction (2018), 37.1% of tooth extractions are caused by periodontal disease, exceeding the 29.2% caused by cavities.The number one cause of tooth lossHas become.

03Impact on systemic diseases

Periodontal disease is a serious cause of illness

Periodontal disease bacteria can enter the bloodstream and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, and in pregnant women, the risk of premature birth and low birth weight. It has also been pointed out that it may worsen diabetes and increase the risk of dementia.

Diseases with increasing incidence
Cancer 1.24 times
Diabetes mellitus 1.98 times
Cerebral infarction 1.63 times
Angina pectoris, myocardial infarction 2.11 times
Premature birth, low birth weight 3.00 times
(Sources: Cancer: Journal of the National Cancer Institute.: 110 (8):djx278,2018 Diabetes: Ann Perlodontol;6,91-98,2001 Cerebral infarction: Eur J Neurol; 21(9):1155-61, 2014 Angina/myocardial infarction: Journal of Public Health: 37(4),605-611,2015 Low birth weight/preterm birth: Odontology:100(2),232-240, 2012)

Periodontal disease is a serious cause of illness

Periodontal disease screening test
To apply,
Optional ExaminationsAt
We understand.

*If your appointment date is within a week and you would like to add an optional test, please apply by phone or on the day.

*This test requires a saliva sample to be collected. Please refrain from eating, drinking, or brushing your teeth for one hour before your visit.

*This test is an elective medical treatment and the full cost will be borne by the patient.

The risk of periodontal disease
To the person who pointed it out

Early prevention of periodontal disease

If you have been told you are at risk for periodontal disease, it is important to take measures against it as early as possible. If it is in the early stages, you can prevent it from progressing through self-care and dental treatment.Early detection and treatment are important for preventing periodontal disease will be important.

Treatment for periodontal disease

Treatment for periodontal disease varies depending on the stage of the disease.Basic periodontal treatmentStarting from, depending on the progressPeriodontal surgery,Periodontal tissue regeneration therapyTreatment options include:

For secondary examination and treatment of periodontal disease Introduction to Tokyo Midtown Dental Clinic

Tokyo Midtown Dental Clinic, located on the 6th floor of Tokyo Midtown Tower next to Tokyo Midtown Clinic, offers secondary examinations for periodontal disease.

Treatment for periodontal disease includes basic periodontal treatment, periodontal surgical treatment, and periodontal tissue regeneration therapy, and we also offer periodontal disease treatment tailored to the stage of progression.

If you would like to undergo a secondary examination or treatment for periodontal disease, please feel free to contact us using the form below.

Tokyo Midtown Dental Clinic
Address
Tokyo Midtown Clinic
9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Midtown Tower 6F
Telephone
03-5413-7912 By appointment only (Telephone reception: Monday to Saturday 9:30-12:30 / 14:00-17:30 *Excluding Sundays and holidays)