Did you know that your mouth is a mirror that can
reflect the health of the rest of your body? Recently,
numerous studies investigating the mouth-body
connection have suggested an association between
oral health and general health.*
At the core of good oral health is the maintenance of
healthy teeth and gums.
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Diabetes
Did you know people with diabetes are twice as likely to develop gum disease?
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Bad Breath
A person may not always know that they have bad breath. Odor-detecting cells in the nose eventually become accustomed to the constant flow of bad smells from the mouth.
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Pregnancy
Research suggests that women with gum disease are more likely to have premature, low-birthweight babies.
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Heart Disease
Some studies have reported an association between periodontal disease and heart disease.
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Stress
Stress causes a weakening in the immune system, which can contribute to gum disease.
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Smoking
A recent study showed that people who smoke are more likely to have gum disease than non-smokers.
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Oral Contraceptives
Women using oral contraceptives are more susceptible to gum disease. That's because many birth control pills contain hormones that dilate blood vessels that could lead to inflamed gums.
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*Research has shown an association, not a causal link, between oral health and these conditions.
The Causes of Gum Disease
There's more to gum disease than just plaque. Get the full story on some of the lesser-known causes of gum disease.
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