Arthritis and Gum Disease - What's the link?

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Brushing and using dental floss, may do more than keep teeth clean, as new research finds gum bacteria can affect the knees and worsen arthritis. Recently, US scientists have found traces of gum bacteria in the knees of patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis a discovery that adds more evidence on the connection between poor oral hygiene and overall poor health. Learn more about arthritis and gum disease, by reading this book.

Product details

• Assisted by: Edward R. Miller-Jones (Editor), Edwar R Miller-Jones (Editor)
• Publisher: FastBook Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 17.07.2012
• EAN: 9786130132989
• ISBN: 978-613-0-13298-9
• No. of pages: 124
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine