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Periodontitis
3 articles on this topic
The Connection Between "Gum Health" and Your Heart Disease Risk
Forget the simple 'bacteria in blood' story. Your subtle gum inflammation isn't just a dental issue; it's a silent, systemic alarm for escalating heart disease risk.
18 min read
The Connection Between "Oral Health" and Systemic Inflammation
Forget just bad breath: your gums are a battleground, silently waging war that fuels chronic inflammation throughout your entire body. Even minor gum disease isn't localized; it's a systemic trigger, often overlooked in the fight against heart disease and diabetes.
19 min read
The Connection Between "Gum Health" and Chronic Kidney Disease
Your dentist might hold the key to your kidneys. Beyond inflammation, specific oral bacteria directly attack renal tissue, accelerating kidney failure. This isn't just a correlation; it's a specific, targeted assault often overlooked.
8 min read