How To Stop Gum Disease From Killing You
Episode description
Gum disease is linked to chronic and life-threatening systemic conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, dementia and even cancer. By treating gum disease and addressing its root causes you can stop gum disease from killing you.
Your gums and the bone around the teeth and the connective tissues are connected by direct pathways to other areas of your body. The blood that supplies your gums circulates around your whole body. This means if you have gum disease your blood is carrying mouth bacteria, infection and inflammation everywhere else in your body.
And that's why I and my team at Evolve Holistic Dentistry Brisbane always take gum disease seriously and so should you when you see signs of swollen, red or bleeding gums because chronic periodontal disease can turn into much more serious problems that can destroy your health, quality of life and shorten your lifespan.