Dr Oz sees the connection now is the time for you to see it.
Our mouth is the opening into the rest of our body and it is important that you
understand when we are asking you about your “medical history” we are
doing this to understand your body. “Research shows that individuals
who have moderate or severe tooth decay and gum disease tend to have a
higher incidence of systemic health problems. According to the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services, research has indicated a
potential link between periodontal disease and lung infections,
stroke, diabetes, heart disease, low birth weight in children, and
premature labor. For example, individuals with diabetes and
periodontal disease are faced with increased difficulty in achieving a
good blood glucose level.” Bacteria in our mouth enter our circulatory
systems through the blood vessels. Your Mouth is a gateway to your
body” It very important to keep good oral hygiene to help prevent the
spread of bacteria to the rest of our body. KEEP your mouth cleaned
through dental cleaning and proper home care.
follow the link for more information:
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/can-good-oral-hygiene-save-your-life
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I always assumed the link between poor health and poor dental hygiene was as simple as people that do not take care of their mouth probably do not take care of their body. It makes so much more sense that bacterial can enter the body through the blood vessels of the mouth and therefore provide the link between health and dental hygiene. Thanks for helping me understand the link. amy_jensen227sp11amy