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More Evidence That Gum Disease Is Linked to Heart Attack

Gum disease is one of the most dangerous oral infections. Not only is it the leading cause of tooth loss among American adults, but it has a profound impact on your overall health. Among the serious health effects of gum disease is an increase in your risk of heart attack, often [...]

Treat Gum Disease to Protect Your Teeth–and Your Heart

If you are concerned about the health of your heart, you probably already know to do some things to reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke. You have likely changed your diet and increased your level of exercise. However, there is something else you should do to reduce your cardiovascular risk: Gum Disease Treatment Woburn

Gum Disease and Pregnancy Risks

If you are pregnant or considering getting pregnant, you should be aware of your oral health. That’s because gum disease can cause potential problems for women and their babies during pregnancy. This association can make pregnancy significantly more expensive, and can put the health of both mother and child at risk. [...]

By |December 15th, 2021|Gum Disease|

Gum Disease and Diabetes Are Closely Linked

Like other medical specialties, dentistry isn’t really separate from other types of medicine. It may be handled by a different doctor, but your oral health can profoundly impact the health of the rest of your body.  Plus, the health of your body can impact your oral health. One great example of this is the [...]

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