ADA
Based on information gathered during the 2001 ADA annual session, dentists report that oral bacteria, in some studies, have been associated with heart disease, stroke, diabetes and the birth of pre-term, low-birthweight babies.
ADA Meeting – 2001
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Science Daily
Diabetes: A link Between Oral and Overall Health? Also, diabetics have an increased risk for developing periodontal disease, a result from gingivitis
December, 2004
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American Academy of Periodontology
Further Evidence Reveals the Association Between Periodontal Disease and Coronary Artery Disease.
October 2004
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Health Matters
When teeth decay or inflamed gums are left untreated, the result is tooth loss. For those affected, the consequences are serious ...illness such as mouth infections which can spread to the lungs, the blood and the arteries, and might even increase the risk of heart disease.
ABC Net, November 2004
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Center for the Advancement of Health
Oral health means much more than good teeth; it is recognized as a critical component of overall health, longevity and well-being.
May 2002
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NewsUSA
People normally think of periodontal or gum disease in terms of their teeth and gums, ...But that thinking may have to be altered because gum disease is a serious infection that can release bacteria in the bloodstream and impact overall health.
2005
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Health Canada
Oral health is not only important to your appearance and sense of well being, but also your overall health. Cavities and gum disease may contribute to many serious conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases, and premature and low weight babies
March 2004
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National Womens Health Resource Center
How can a woman's oral health affect the health of the rest of her body? If you have gum disease, the bacteria that are present in the pockets are pumped into the bloodstream every time you chew. For most normal, healthy people, the body's immune system overcomes this bacterial attack in a controlled manner.
But in some people, this dose of bacteria seems to increase their risk of other diseases that affect the body as a whole, such as heart disease, stroke, preterm low birth-weight babies, more severe diabetes and pneumonia.
July 2006
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National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
"To ignore oral health problems can lead to needless pain and suffering, complications that can devastate well-being, and financial and social costs that significantly diminish quality of life and burden American society,"
May 2000
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HealthLink, Medical College of Wisconsin
Meantime, says Dr. Radke, awareness of the association between oral infections and diseases like stroke, diabetes and even preterm labor keeps increasing. It’s quite a dynamic topic in the dental and medical literature.
April 2006
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Health Talk & You
Periodontal disease not only causes tooth loss – researchers have also linked it to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory problems and premature birth.
University of Minnesota
December 2005
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BBC
The researchers said that the explanation may be that this bacteria migrates throughout the body via the bloodstream and stimulates the immune system, causing inflammation that results in the clogging of arteries.
British Broadcasting Corporation
February 2005
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Cigna Dental Plan
Research has linked periodontal (gum) disease, a bacterial infection, to complications for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, preterm birth, preeclampsia, osteoporosis and other health issues.
2006
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University of Buffalo
People with severe gum disease are at twice the risk of suffering a stroke than those with good oral health.
The State University of New York
October 2000
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CDC
Americans should understand that oral health is essential to general health and well-being.
Center for Disease Control, in Cooperation with Merck
2004
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Business Wire
Oral conditions can mirror your body’s health, according to Dr. Terry Gotthelf, who warns that preventable oral diseases such as gum disease may affect other conditions, including heart and respiratory diseases, diabetes, osteoporosis and stroke.
March 2005
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CNN.com
While providing care for others, many caregivers seem to forget about their own well-being, including their oral health, new study findings suggest.
June 2006
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MSNBC
A growing body of research suggests that periodontal disease may exacerbate a variety of health problems as wide ranging as diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disease – even premature births, experts say.
July 2006
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CBS News
Are You at Risk for Stroke? Better Count Your Teeth...
December 2002
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CBS News
Bacteria in the mouth of the mother-to-be could influence the baby’s birth weight and delivery date, a new study shows.
July 2006
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ABC Health News
Gum disease can cause or worsen heart disease, low birth weight, respiratory disease and diabetes. By seeking dental care on a more preventative and proactive basis, patients will aid their overall health, Miller said.
July 2006
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Redbook
If you have been told you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’re not alone. An estimated 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of the disease.
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Office of the Surgeon General
The Report, issued in May 2000, provided state-of-the-science evidence on the growth and development of oral, dental and craniofacial tissues and organs; the diseases and conditions affecting them; and the integral relationship between oral health and general health, including recent reports of associations between chronic oral infections and diabetes, osteoporosis, heart and lung conditions, and certain adverse pregnancy outcomes.
May 2000
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Mayo Clinic
Taking care of your mouth, teeth and gums isn’t just a matter of good grooming. It can prevent infections, and maybe even diseases, throughout your body.
July 2006
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MSN Health & Fitness
Chronic inflammation arising from dental disease has been implicated in the development of atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries – a key
risk factor for stroke.
June 2006
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US Senate Bill AB 1433
Oral health is integral to overall health.
June 2006 (amended)
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ADHA
Considering the connection between oral health and overall health, it is clear why access to oral health care is imperative to improving total health for all Americans. Yet as this national crisis remains widely unknown by the general public, three significant barriers to access remain unchanged.
American Dental Hygienists’ Association
September 2003
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