How Can Gingivitis Cause Heart Disease

I’m not a dentist, so sometimes my patients are surprised when I tell them I want to look at their teeth and gums. Here’s why I do it… Your mouth is an early warning system for serious conditions throughout your body. Whatever is going on with your oral health gives me a pretty good idea of what’s going on with all your major organs and systems. It makes sense because everything in your body is connected biologically. And your mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body. It’s also home to around 100 billion bacteria. Most dentists are concerned when those bacteria cause tooth decay and gum disease. But they’re missing the bigger picture. They don’t realize what they’re REALLY looking at. The same bacteria in your mouth can travel to every part of your body. They cause inflammation. Left unchecked, that can lead to arthritis, nervous system disorders, cancer and more. One of the biggest threats is to your heart. And it can all start with simple tooth plaque. As plaque builds up on teeth it creates a breeding ground for bacteria. The bacteria trigger inflammation. That leads to red, swollen, bleeding gums — a condition called gingivitis.  Left untreated, gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease. The gums pull back from the root of the tooth. Infection attacks the tissue that holds the tooth to the jawbone. Teeth start to come loose and fall out. But it’s even worse. You see, when gum tissue breaks dow...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Tags: Anti-Aging Source Type: news