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07/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Drinking too much causes an imbalance of bacteria in your mouth and increases your risk of cancer

Aside from contributing to bad breath, it looks like drinking alcohol can disrupt the balance of both “good” and “bad” bacteria in your mouth. The results of a study determined that regular alcohol consumption can also increase an individual’s chance of developing cavities and gum disease, along with cancer and heart disease. Alcohol, mouth health, and […]

07/19/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Science CONFIRMS the link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular health — keep your mouth clean to protect your heart

Having a sparkling smile can make you feel great; it’s a major confidence boost when you know your pearly whites are looking their best. But you might not know that dental health isn’t just about shiny teeth and fresh breath. Those things are nice too, but the health of your gums and teeth can play […]

02/13/2018 / By Mike Adams

Hidden poisons in your MOUTH may be causing cancer, arthritis, heart disease and even obesity

Each day, I review hundreds of science and medicine headlines for assigning stories to websites like Science.news and Medicine.news, and I repeatedly see new science papers published about the links between oral bacteria and chronic diseases such as heart disease. The science is clear: If you have bacteria lurking in an old root canal, or […]

12/25/2017 / By Ralph Flores

Heart health and mouth health linked: Treating gum disease found to help lower blood pressure

Brushing your teeth will never be the same again after this: keeping gum disease (periodontitis) at bay can help you lower your blood pressure, especially if you’re at risk of developing hypertension (high blood pressure), according to a study presented at the American Heart Association Meeting. Dr. Jun Tao, lead author, and director of the Institute […]

11/30/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Studies show gum disease is linked to heart attack

New research shows that gum disease or periodontal disease may be linked to an increased risk of heart disease, and even heart attack. Researchers believe that the inflammation caused by gum disease may affect the vascular system throughout the rest of the body. According to the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), diseased gums can aggravate […]

09/16/2015 / By Julie Wilson

Dr. Thomas Levy identifies link between dental infections and heart disease at upcoming Holistic Oral Health Summit

The most prevalent killer in the U.S., heart disease, claims the lives of more than 600,000 Americans each year, and while there are countless risk factors associated with the malady, one concept that deserves more attention is the link between oral health and cardiovascular disease. Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD, a board-certified cardiologist, has written […]

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