HOW GUM DISEASE AFFECTS YOUR HEALTH

Gum disease can lead to strokes, diabetes heart disease, and respiratory disease.

Heart Diseases: Inflammation triggered by bacteria in gums is responsible for the link between heart and gum disease. It can also aggravate any existing heart conditions one might have. Patients with infective endocarditis may require prior antibiotic cover before undergoing cleaning or any treatment of the gums.

Diabetes: Periodontal disease can cause the blood sugar levels to rise. Unfortunately, patients that have diabetes stand a higher chance of having gum disease as well. This is because infections are easily picked up if one already has diabetes.

Stroke: Research indicates that stroke patients are more susceptible to have an oral infection compared to those that have not had a stroke.

Respiratory Diseases: The bacteria from periodontal disease can potentially cause respiratory diseases. This takes place when the bacteria from your mouth moves into your lungs.

You can reduce your risk of stroke, diabetes, heart diseases and respiratory diseases by attending regular gum disease check-ups with Dr. Nairi Kureghian. Please call 818-701-6197 or email [email protected] or visit www.TheMasterpieceSmiles.com