Oral health especially in relation to periodontal tissues (gums) has been shown by well-researched studies conducted the world over to affect the general health of an individual by influencing the following:

• Cardiac disease
• Cerebral stroke
• Diabetes complication
• Pre-term, low birth weight babies
• Lung infections
• Osteoporosis

It is hence important to periodically check your oral health and gum health status.