Research shows that periodontitis, severe gum disease, is linked to higher blood pressure in otherwise healthy individuals. This study of 500 adults with and without gum disease found that approximately 50% of adults could have undetected hypertension. Promotion of good oral health could help reduce gum disease and the risk of high blood pressure and its complications.
source https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/03/210329090000.htm
source https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/03/210329090000.htm
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