Friday, March 11, 2011

Gum Health And Your Heart: The Dental Connection!

The effects of gum disease on the body are mostly seen affecting the heart and cardiovascular system.  With gum disease present, the oral bacteria can attach themselves to the plaque that line the coronary arteries and then increase the plaque build-up in these arteries, which are critical to heart function.  They can also cause blood clots to form in the coronary arteries.  That is why it is important to visit your dentist at least every six months in order to check your overall gum health.

Call our office at 918-455-0123 to make your next cleaning and check-up appointment!

God Bless,
DRT

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