women caring for women Regency Pain & Therapy Institute Interventional Pain Management & Sports Medicine

Women are more likely to have different pain symptoms than men, experience pain more intensely, and respond differently to treatment. Our team understands a woman’s pain is different so we take a whole-body approach to managing it Instead of focusing on treating a few symptoms we focus on understanding and diagnosing the complete pain cycle to determine the best, most effective way to reduce pain and restore function

As the newest member of the Regency team, Dr. Cindy Ng is the only female Interventional Pain Management and Sports Medicine doctor in the Mansfield area and one of the few across Tarrant County As a female doctor she understands the struggles a woman can face to overcome debilitating pain When working with women, Dr Ng and her team take time to get to know their patients; asking questions and actively listening to better understand their situation Once diagnosed, they work with each patient to customize a treatment plan to meet their individual needs with the goal of improving daily function, activity, and quality of life.

What could you be doing if pain wasn’t holding you back? Call Regency today and let Dr. Ng and her team get you back to the life you enjoy.

DID YOU KNOW?

• Periodontal disease is a risk factor for preterm and low birth weight babies.

• Gum disease risk increases with age, but can start at any age.

• You’re missing over 40% of tooth surfaces when you don’t floss.

• Gingivitis is preventable and reversible. Periodontitis isn’t, but can be improved and managed so it doesn’t progress.

Oral Health

Oral Health is Linked to Overall Health

DID YOU KNOW THAT YOUR ORAL HEALTH AND OVERALL HEALTH ARE INTERTWINED? RESEARCH INDICATES THAT GUM DISEASE HAS BEEN LINKED TO CARDIOVASCULAR AND RESPIRATORY DISEASES, STROKE, DIABETES, ALZHEIMER’S, RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS, SOME CANCERS, AND MORE. WOMEN ARE ESPECIALLY SUSCEPTIBLE TO ORAL HEALTH ISSUES RESULTING FROM HORMONAL FLUCTUATIONS WHICH OCCUR DURING PUBERTY, PREGNANCY, AND PRE-, PERI-, AND POST MENOPAUSE. USING HORMONE-BASED BIRTH CONTROL AND EVEN MENSTRUATION, WHICH INVOLVES HORMONAL SHIFTS, HAS BEEN CONNECTED TO GUM DISEASE.

Symptoms of gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease, include irritation, redness, and swollen gums around the base of the teeth. Left untreated or undertreated, gingivitis may progress to a more advanced stage of gum disease called periodontitis, signifi ed by an infection that can spread to underlying tissues, the jawbone, and systemically to different bodily organs. In addition to causing or worsening certain chronic diseases, periodontal disease can cause receding gums, tooth loss, and jawbone damage.

The development of periodontitis starts with plaque in most cases. Treatments include deep cleaning teeth below the gum line with a laser to remove plaque and topical antibiotics to help control the bacteria and shrink periodontal pockets. Periodontal pockets are spaces or openings surrounding the teeth under the gum line fi lled with infection-causing bacteria.

Flap surgery may be required in severe cases. This involves a periodontist cutting the gums and lifting them back to remove plaque deposits in pockets around the teeth. When done, the gums are sutured closely around the teeth.

Periodontitis is typically a result of poor oral hygiene, yet sometimes, other culprits are involved. Changes in eating habits can lead to an increased risk of gum disease during pregnancy. An ill-fitting or damaged bridge can lead to bacteria build-up along the gumline. Either a bridge replacement or getting dental implants to replace missing teeth provides a solution. A misaligned bite and crowded, crooked, diffi cult-toclean teeth can contribute to periodontal disease. Getting your teeth straightened with traditional braces or clear aligners such as Invisalign will not only create a beautiful smile but also help you avoid getting gum disease.

Fortunately, good oral health is usually achieved and maintained with proper oral hygiene — flossing, brushing, and using a rinse as directed by your dentist — and regular dental check-ups with professional cleaning. Don’t wait until you have a problem before seeing your dentist. Preventive, proactive care can boost your oral health and reduce your risk of gum disease.

DID YOU KNOW?

• Americans spent over $16 billion on cosmetic procedures last year

• Starting non-surgical aesthetic treatments early can delay the need for surgical treatments as you age

• Over the past 25 years, non-surgical cosmetic treatments increased more than 500%

• While once considered a luxury, aesthetic treatments are now seen as essential in a competitive workforce and within our social culture