Recently, research carried out by the British Dental Wellness Foundation found that women who suffer from gum disease or who have missing teeth are up to 11 times more most likely to develop breast cancer than other women.
The link between cancer and poor oral health care hasn’t been officially determined, but poor oral health care has been linked to poor general healthcare and linked to diabetes, premature births and cardiovascular disease.
Your dental and general health is essential to the team at your New Lenox dentist, Atrium Family Dental. Contact Atrium Family Dental, your New Lenox dentist, and book your oral health care appointment today. We will work with you on your oral health care routine and offer you the chance for the greatest and healthiest smile possible – and the satisfaction that your oral health care is the best one possible.
If you have missing teeth or gum disease, you’re not merely at risk for breast cancer! Missing teeth can impact your jawbone density, your tooth placement, and your self-esteem. Current modern technology can repair your smile and your confidence. Contact us at today!
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