Gum problems and its association with Heart
Disease
Periodontal disease is a commonly
occurring oral infection of the adult population (80% of adults are
affected) destroying the bony support of the teeth. It is the
most common reason for tooth loss after the age of 40.
Because of the lack of any discomfort to the patient until total loss of bony support to the teeth, many adults are unaware that they have this infection.
The bacteria from this bone destroying disease, especially in the more advanced cases, has been
linked to a higher rate of heart attacks and heart disease.
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