Is there a connection between heart problems and bad gums?!
Question:
Is there a connection between heart problems and bad gums?
I just caught the end of a radio talk show where the host said that bad bleeding gums can cause heart valve problems or something close to that effect. Anyone explain?
Answers:
bad gums is caused actually by gum disease. notice that the mouth is the portal of all bacteria and germs for it is the busiest part of the body. It is essential to have proper oral care and hygiene to be able to keep the mouth clean free from bacteria. the bacteria in the mouth causes irritation making gums bleed and cause the gums to swell and become tender as well as the tooth becomes rotten and may tend to fall out anytime. the irritation in the mouth can go down to the heart and can cause health problems such as heart disease and stroke. most of all it can even cause death. be able to know about the prevention of gum disease by following this link http://www.themouthdoctor.com and ask the experts about the effective gum disease treatments.