Periodontal Disease
3 articles on this topic
The Connection Between Bleeding Gums and Future Alzheimer’s Risk
Your bleeding gums aren't just a dental nuisance; they could be a direct gateway for a specific pathogen to invade your brain. What if Alzheimer's isn't just about amyloid plaques, but a stealth bacterial attack we can fight now?
The Connection Between Bleeding Gums and Heart Disease Risk
Your bleeding gums aren't just inflamed; they're open wounds, seeding your bloodstream with bacteria that directly invade and damage your heart, accelerating deadly atherosclerosis. This isn't just inflammation; it's infection.
The Connection Between Oral Health and Gut Microbiome Diversity
Your mouth isn't just a gateway; it's a launchpad for microbial invaders. Oral pathogens actively colonize your gut, silently dismantling its vital diversity.