10 dangers your teeth are trying to tell you from diabetes to heart disease and cancer

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Did you realise your dentist knows a lot more about you than whether you really floss as often as you claim? In fact, they can detect all kinds of potentially serious health issues just by looking in your mouth.

Your mouth gives 10 telltale signs that you may have a serious health issue, according to the experts at expressdentist.com.

Mick Armstrong, chair of the British Dental Association’s health and science committee, says: “Through doing routine check-ups, dentists can often pick up on a patient’s existing health conditions beyond the state of their teeth and gums. “In fact, we’re often at the forefront of picking up oral cancers during dental check-ups and other serious illnesses, too.Think of going to the dentist as an MOT!” Here are some symptoms you should watch for… 1.Tooth enamel changes Possible causes: Gastroesophageal reflux disease, eating disorders (such as bulimia) Changes in the colour, shape, translucency or sensitivity of your teeth may be a sign of GERD - when stomach acid flows back into the oesophagus, which connects your mouth and stomach.

Known as acid reflux, this irritates the lining, causing heartburn, trouble swallowing and chest pain. Frequent vomiting means stomach acids wash over teeth and dissolve enamel.