Severe Gum Disease Is Associated With Impaired Lung Function

Lung function diminishes with increasingly severe gum disease, according to research from Norway that was presented at the recent EuroPerio10, a world congress in periodontology and implant dentistry organized by the European Federation of Periodontology. Previous research found that dental cleaning, including harmful plaque removal, is associated with a reduction in symptom flare-ups in those patients struggling with chronic obstructive... read more »

Skipping Your Routine Dental Visits Can Lead to Serious Oral and General Health Issues

During the Covid-19 pandemic, many people stopped going to the dentist and the problems are now starting to be seen. Gum disease gets worse when it is left untreated, as it is an inflammatory condition that can potentially lead to serious health issues such as heart attack and stroke. In fact, people with advanced gum disease, or periodontal disease, are... read more »