Tooth Loss and Heart Disease
26th / April / 2018
Losing teeth is never pleasant but it could also have serious implications for the heart. A new study has concluded that losing teeth in middle age can also lead to a series of heart problems.
Results showed that those who lost the most teeth were more at risk of suffering from:
- Strokes
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Peripheral arterial diseases
Middle-aged participants in the study, who had lost two or more teeth, had a “23% higher risk of developing coronary heart disease”. Good oral care and regular check-ups at the dentist can avoid tooth loss and resultant coronary problems and you can find out more at https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321302.php.
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