According to new studies taking good care of your teeth could prevent you from having stroke or heart attack. The study found a strong link between gum disease and narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the heart. Research suggests that the bacteria that causes gum disease may increase the rate at which arteries become blocked. The researchers believe that bacteria can leave people’s infected gums and enter the bloodstream, activating the immune system and making their artery walls inflamed and narrowed.
Normally healthy gums are pink in colour, when you have gum disease they will often appear red and swollen and will more than likely bleed when brushing. If you’re worried about your gums then book an appointment to see Dr Hassan.