The Not So Good News:
- Periodontal (gum) disease affects about 75% of adults in the U.S.
- It is a bacterial infection and the most common source of chronic inflammation in the body.
- It is contagious. You can get it from other people or pets.
- Gum disease bacteria can get into your bloodstream easily.
- It is the number one cause of tooth loss.
- It depletes your immune system
- People with gum disease are twice as likely to develop diabetes.
- Harvard studies show that gum disease increases your risk of cancer.
- It has been linked to heart disease, diabetes, depression, hay fever, and more.
- 70 year olds with gum disease are 9 times more likely to score low on cognition tests.
And Now, the Good News!
We can help you prevent and heal gum disease. We do it for our patients every day.
Just give us a call: (916) 624-3119 Rocklin, CA
