Did you know that there is a direct link between your teeth and your heart? The Journal of Periodontology conducted a study that confirms people with periodontal disease are at a greater risk of systemic health issues such as cardiovascular disease.
The study found that diseased gums are significantly more likely to release high levels of bacteria and harmful endotoxins. These endotoxins, which are produced by bacteria, can enter the bloodstream and travel throughout the body to organs such as the heart. Thus, there is a direct link between your teeth and your heart.
