Periodontal disease is the main cause for tooth loss and it has been known to cause heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, premature delivery and other health problems. A recently published study published in the Journal of Dental Research has found that “Even a few missing teeth may indicate an increased risk of CVD( cardiovascular disease), diabetes, or all-cause mortality. When individual risk factors for chronic diseases are assessed, the number of missing teeth could be a useful additional indicator for general medical practitioners. ”
This is another study demonstrating the significance of gum disease to our health and well-being. You would not ignore bleeding from your eye, so don’t ignore bleeding from your gums. Treating the gum disease and maintaining good oral health need to be an important part of our lives. Please contact us or make an appointment to have the condition of your gums examined.