Medical Conditions Associated with Periodontal Disease

Research has shown there is a link between periodontal diseases and other chronic inflammatory conditions, such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The following are links to articles with more information about the connection between gum disease and overall health. READ MORE

• Glaucoma – Recent data suggests that there is a link between periodontal disease and age-related macular degeneration, which is one of the important causes of irreversible central vision loss in older people more than the age group of 60 years. More information
• Dementia – Study finds that good oral hygiene may lower risk of dementia. More information
• Heart Disease and Stroke – Heart Health in the Inflammation Age
• Oral Cancer – Research shows that periodontal disease may be linked to oral cancer. More information
• Pancreatic Cancer – Gum disease is linked to an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Also read: Pancreatic Cancer Linked to Poor Oral Hygiene
• Periodontal Disease – According to the CDC, half of American adults have periodontal disease. More information
• Pregnancy Problems – Pregnant women who have periodontal disease may be more likely to bear a baby that is born too early and too small.
• Prostate – Association Between Periodontal Disease and Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels in Chronic Prostatitis Patients
• Respiratory Diseases – A recent study suggests a possible link between upper respiratory diseases — including pneumonia, acute bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) — and periodontal disease. READ MORE
• Sexual Dysfunction – Association Between Chronic Periodontitis and Vasculogenic Erectile Dysfunction
• Rheumatoid Arthritis – The Link Between Gum Disease and RA READ MORE