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Its not news that the mouth is connected to the body. Gum disease is
associated with health problems such as
cardiovascular disease, stroke, and bacterial pneumonia. Did
you know pregnant women who have gum disease may be at increased risk for
delivering pre-term or
low birth weight babies? Given
the potential link between periodontitis (also known as gum disease) and
systemic health problems, prevention of periodontitis may turn out to be an
important step in maintaining overall health. In most cases, good oral
health can be maintained with good daily oral hygiene (brushing and
flossing) and regular 6 month professional care.
What is Periodontal disease?
Periodontal diseases are infections of the gum and bone that hold teeth in
place. They often are painless and you may not be aware that you have a
problem until your gums and the supporting bone are seriously damaged.
Facts About Gum Disease
- Did you know gum disease is associated with healthy problems such as
cardiovascular disease, stroke and bacterial pneumonia?
- Did you know that diabetics are more likely to develop periodontitis
and have more severe periodontitis than non-diabetics?
- Did you know improvement in gum disease would improve healthy
problems?
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