There are two specific conditions connected to oral health – atherosclerosis where a build-up of fatty ‘plaque’ thickens the artery walls and reduces blood flow, and endocarditis, when an infection in the gums can pass into the bloodstream potentially infecting the inner lining of the heart.
Some bacteria carry proteins that promote clots that can clog arteries, leaving the heart at risk of an attack. Meanwhile, it can also clog the carotid artery that circulates blood to the head and brain, leaving us vulnerable to a stroke.
Respiratory problems – nasty bacteria can travel through the bloodstream to the lungs, where it can aggravate our respiratory systems and affect our ability to breathe. Some studies have even pointed to a link between gum disease and pneumonia and bronchitis.
Maintaining consistent oral hygiene routines will help keep bacteria and plaque under control so that they are unable to spread into the respiratory system.
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