Brushing, flossing and regular checkups are the cornerstones of good oral health, and good health in general.
The infographic below from the Huffington Post is a great as it tells us why its so important to look after your mouth.
In case you are reading this on your phone or other small device not conducive for reading an infographic, here is the text again:
How Oral Health Affects the Body
Premature Birth – A study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology found that pregnant women with periodontal disease who rinsed twice daily with a non-alcohol antimicrobial mouth rinse were less likely to deliver prematurely.
Increased Time to Conceive – A study found that it took women with gum disease an average of seven months to conceive, compared to five months among women without gum disease.
Increased risk of heart problems – Researchers have found that people with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease as those without periodontal disease.
Increased risk of dementia – A study published in October 2007’s Journal of the American Dental Association found a relationship between people who lost more teeth before the age of 35 and an increased risk of dementia.
Link to diabetes – In a preliminary 2007 study among rats, researchers found a possible link between periodontal disease and a progression toward diabetes among rats who were already prediabetic.
Link to lung conditions – A study published in the Journal of Periodontology showed a link between periodontal disease and pulmonary disease, such as pneumonia and acute bronchitis.
Pancreatic cancer – Studies have found that men who had a history of gum disease were at a 64% higher risk for pancreatic cancer than men with healthy gums.
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Thank you Huffington Post for this great infographic.
