June 4, 2007
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As time goes by, scientists find more and more evidence that periodontal disease is associated with heart disease, diabetes, respiratory illness and several pregnancy-related problems including infertility, preeclampsia, and premature and low-birth weight babies.
The science is young and inconclusive, however. What’s not yet known is whether diseased gums actually cause or contribute to other illnesses, and whether prevention of periodontal disease through regular exams, cleaning and good oral hygiene could actually prevent or lessen the effects of other health problems. Read more about how gum disease contributes to other illnesses.
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