A study conducted BMJ.com, for those who brush their teeth less than twice a day, nearly three-fold risk of heart disease. Previous research has also stated that the oral problems associated with gum disease, such as inflammation of the gums can lead to clogged arteries, which leads to heart disease. As quoted from page Aol.com, a study led by researcher Richard Watt of University College London, UK, analyzed data from more than 11,000 volunteers involved in the Scottish Health Survey.
The researchers examined the adult male lifestyle behaviors, including smoking, physical activity and oral health habits. They asked the volunteers telling the truth about the frequency to the dentist, and how often to brush your teeth. In addition to the survey, medical personnel also check the medical history of the volunteers and their family medical history, such as heart disease and high blood pressure. The volunteers also taken blood samples to determine the degree of inflammation of the body. As a result, overall, the participants had good oral health behaviors. As many as 62 percent said they visit the dentist every six months, and 71 percent said they brush their teeth twice a day.
When adjusting the survey results for other cardiovascular risk factors such as social class, obesity, smoking and family history of heart disease, the researchers found, volunteers who brush their teeth less than twice a day have a 70 percent increased risk of heart disease than those who brush their teeth twice a day. Watt said, further study is needed to test whether poor oral hygiene can be a direct cause of heart disease, or simply a risk factor. Source: infogigi.com
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