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The Interconnection between Periodontal Disease and COPD

  If there is any truth in the latest scientific breakthroughs, gum disease is believed to have a strong connect with our breathing or respiratory problems. In fact, several experts are of the opinion that gum problems can cause chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and can play a big role in the contraction of emphysema, pneumonia and bronchitis. There was a study conducted on two hundred patients from various age groups. While 50% of the participants were affected by a respiratory system disease like acute bronchitis, COPD or pneumonia, the other fifty percent were healthy subjects without any sign of respiratory disease. All the patients went through a thorough dental examination of their gums. The study discovered that the participants with respiratory system disease had serious gum problems as compared to the controlled group, showing some sort of link between respiratory disease and periodontal disease Brampton . How can gum problems lead to respiratory diseases? ...

The Connection between Periodontal Disease and COPD

If the latest breakthroughs in scientific research are to be believed, gum disease, also popularly known as periodontal and periodontitis disease has a very strong connection with our respiratory problems. In fact, numerous experts believe gum problems can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and can play a part in the contraction of emphysema, pneumonia and bronchitis.   A recent research on the relation between gum and respiratory problems involved almost two hundred patients from different age groups. While fifty percent of the participants were affected by a respiratory system disease like acute bronchitis, COPD or pneumonia, the other fifty percent were healthy subjects without any sign of respiratory disease. Each subject went through a detailed dental examination of their gums. The study discovered that the participants with respiratory system disease had serious gum problems as compared to the controlled group, showing some sort of link between...

Five Ways to Reverse Periodontal Problems

Periodontal disease can range from minor gum inflammation to severe soft tissue and bone damage. In advanced cases, the patient may also lose his teeth. Whether your gum problem is slowed, stopped, or is getting worse depends on how well you take care of your gums and teeth every day. Here are five ways through which you can reverse your periodontal problems: Brush: Brush your teeth two times a day with a soft bristled tooth brush. Make sure your movements are not vigorous and hard. Apart from this, use chemical free toothpastes and mouth washes to avoid gum reaction or enamel erosion. Floss: Regular flossing along the tooth’s contour is advisable. Try to floss after every meal. Do not leave food particles stuck between your teeth or in between the gum line. Take supplements and vitamins: Vitamin C and Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) have the ability to strengthen gums. Also, cut back on sugars and make sure your rinse and floss after consuming sugary foods. Visit ...