Gum disease doubles stroke risk, according to new study

25th November 2019
A new study has found that people with gum disease are around twice as likely to have a stroke.1
Researchers have discovered when the gums bleed and become inflamed, it leads to changes in how blood and oxygen flows to the brain.     
Gum disease remains one of the most common health conditions across the United Kingdom, currently affecting around 45% of the adult population.2
In response, the Oral Health Foundation is encouraging everyone to ensure they pay close attention to their oral health.  The charity says a good oral health routine can reduce your risk of developing gum disease and other health complications.
Dr Nigel Carter, Chief Executive of the Oral Health Foundation, says: “Gum disease is incredibly common and most people will suffer from it during the course of their lifetime.  It is the one of the main causes of tooth loss in adults and is increasingly being linked to other general health conditions like heart …

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