A healthy mouth makes a happy person. The reverse, however, is also true: oral and dental diseases may have dangerous consequences for us. This is emphasised by the Swiss Dentist Association (Schweizerische Zahnärzte-Gesellschaft SSO) in their campaign Mundgesundheit (MouthHealthy). “Lack of dental hygiene not only advances tooth decay,” state the medical professionals on their website
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Periodontitis Puts Heart and Teeth at Risk Body, Mouth
Oral bacteria may cause periodontitis and inflammation of the gum tissue (gingivitis). Dentists advocate treating periodontitis as soon as possible in order to preserve the tooth and avoid loss of bone. What many remain unaware of: Accretion of bacteria, for example on tooth and gum surfaces, may also affect the heart or other organs and