Gum disease (also called periodontal disease) occurs when the tissues that hold your teeth become infected or inflamed. Poor dental hygiene is the most common cause of this issue, but certain risk ...
Recent studies reveal a connection between gum disease and an increased risk of blood clots, highlighting the potential life-saving benefits of oral health management for those at risk of thrombosis.
Alzheimer’s and colon cancer are but two of the many diseases that have recently shown unexpected associations with severe gum disease. Credit: Left to right: XtockImages/Getty Images ...