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Posted on 2/10/2019 by Robert Leale |
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 A stroke can have serious and lifelong effects, so it is important to take steps to prevent their onset. What many people don't understand is that oral health and strokes are actually connected. By better understanding that connection, you can take steps to keep yourself safe. Gum Disease and Stroke RiskStudies have found that strokes and gum disease actually have many things in common. Both have serious implications, and both are fairly common in the U.S. More importantly, both stroke and gum disease involves inflammation, which may be where they are connected. According to periodontal research, patients who have suffered a stroke were more likely to have an oral infection when compared to participants in a control group.Oral Health after a StrokeAnother issue to think about when considering strokes and oral health is the ability to care for your teeth after a stroke. Many people suffer lasting consequences, including speech and dexterity issues. If you are one of them, you might have to take some steps to improve your oral health:
If it is time for your next dental appointment, give us a call to schedule. If anything has changed since your last appointment, including a stroke or any other health problem, be sure to update us with this information. |
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