Many studies examine the effects of oral health and its relationship to other health issues.
Gum disease and diabetes – Ernie Mundell
“Recent research has shown that diabetes is not only a major risk factor for periodontitis but that the relationship between the two conditions is bidirectional, meaning they both influence and exacerbate one another,” said Dr. Anton Sculean, chair of periodontology at the University of Berne in Switzerland.
Oral Health and Alzheimer’s Risk – Alzheimer’s Association
Gum disease (gingivitis) has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease, but a recent study (published Jan. 23, 2019, in Science Advances) says that the bacteria that cause gingivitis also may be connected to Alzheimer’s disease.
Scientists have found that this species of bacteria, called Porphyromonas gingivalis, can move from the mouth to the brain. Once in the brain, the bacteria release enzymes called gingipains that can destroy nerve cells, which in turn can lead to memory loss and eventually Alzheimer’s.
5 Health Issues Linked to Bad Oral Health
Have you ever considered how conditions like cancer, diabetes, or even rheumatoid arthritis are connected to your oral health? Gum diseases and infections can impact your overall well-being more than you might think! Watch this video to learn more about these connections and discover how dental implants could be a possible solution.
Here are 14 Medical Conditions with a Surprising Connection to Oral Health
These conditions include Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke, Kidney Disease, organ transplant, Head and Neck Cancer Radiation, and Sjogren’s Syndrome. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Parkinson’s Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Huntington’s Disease, Opioid Misuse and Addiction, Pregnancy and more.