Gum Disease

A healthy body begins with a healthy mouth. You must have a healthy mouth in order to have a healthy body. We have known for years that gum disease is the number one cause of tooth loss in adults. Now research shows that it can contribute to many other very serious diseases throughout the rest of your body.

For example, scientific research has shown that you have four times more harmful bacteria product in your bloodstream if you have severe gum disease. These oral bacteria and their by-products can go to your heart, brain, lungs, and travel through your entire body. If you have severe gum disease you are two times more likely to be at risk for a heart attack. You are three times more likely to have a stroke, and four times more likely to have oral cancer. You are also at risk for osteoporosis, low birthrate babies, spontaneous pre-term births, diabetes, respiratory disease, arthritis, stomach ulcers, and obesity, among other diseases!

Inflammation is now known to be a primary culprit to a number of diseases. Bacteria in the mouth can cause this inflammation, which can cause gums to recede and leave gaps for bacteria to hide and grow even more between your gums and teeth. By helping improve the health of your gums, and ridding your mouth of gum disease, you can profoundly improve the inflammation and infection levels not only of your mouth – but also of your entire body, helping you to stay healthy and happy!

Your mouth is the portal to your entire body. This is why it is so important to take care of your mouth with proper dental care, and to eradicate gum disease immediately!

Dr. Milligan was one of the early speakers nationally to dentists about the link between oral health and overall health. He is a founding member of the American Academy for Oral-Systemic Health, an organization bringing physicians and dentists together to improve total body health.

At Eastland Dental Center, we have the knowledge and experience to help treat your gum disease, and teach you about the importance of maintaining proper oral health. Call today and get rid of your gum disease NOW!