11/19/2025
When gums are inflamed, bacteria can enter the bloodstream, where it may harden and build up inside the arteries the same way it does on teeth.
Dental disease isn't just about cavities or sore gums. Research has linked poor oral health to serious chronic illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes and dementia.
And in Florida, where the senior population is growing faster than almost anywhere else, the effects are hard to ignore.
https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2025-10-16/dental-experts-say-gum-disease-is-tied-to-heart-attacks-diabetes-and-dementia