Oral Health
Information on Oral Health
The world of science has exploded with information about systemic effects related to poor oral health from oral infections and other oral sources. Alongside to the effects of dental mercury to the heart, the following areas have direct or indirect relations to oral health:(a) Periodontal disease and its relationship to the heart (b) Plaque and tartar as a source of bacteria (c) Amalgam dental fillings as a cause of periodontal disease (d) Bacteremia from the oral cavity (e) Infected root canals as a source of bacteremia (f) Mercury and your heart (g) Mercury and its effects in your nutritional status of key nutrients involved in the maintenance of a healthy heart and (h) Nutritional support for a healthy mouth and heart.
Dr. Gaba will welcome any inquiry with regards to your dental health concern during one of your dental appointments.