More evidence of link between severe gum disease and cancer risk

(Tufts University, Health Sciences Campus) A new study adds to accumulating research that gum disease is associated with some cancer risk. It reports a 24 percent increase in the risk of cancer among participants with severe gum disease. The highest risk was observed in cases of lung cancer, followed by colorectal cancer.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news