Is there a link between periodontal disease and high blood pressure? A dentist explains the connection between gum inflammation and blood vessels!
Does gum inflammation affect blood pressure?
To put it simply,
👉 periodontal disease and high blood pressure may be indirectly related
At first glance, they may seem unrelated, but
👉 they are connected within the body through "inflammation" and "blood vessels"
What is high blood pressure?
👉 A state where the pressure on blood vessels is high
・Puts a strain on blood vessels
・If it continues for a long time, it affects the whole body
👉 It is also deeply related to lifestyle habits
Why is it related to periodontal disease?
The keyword is 👇
👉 inflammation
1. Periodontal disease is a "chronic inflammation"
When you have periodontal disease,
👉 it means inflammation is continuing in your gums
This inflammation
can potentially affect the entire body 👇
👉 potential to affect the whole body
2. Inflammation affects blood vessels
When inflammation continues,
👉 It can affect how blood vessels function
・Blood vessels become stiff
・The regulatory function of blood vessels is disrupted
👉 It is believed to be related to blood pressure as well
③ Common cause: "Lifestyle habits"
Periodontal disease and high blood pressure are,
👉 linked by the same lifestyle habits
・Diet
・Lack of exercise
・Stress
・Smoking
👉 Affecting both
👉 That is why they often occur together
The most important point
👉 Your mouth and your body are not separate
In other words 👇
👉 Managing gum inflammation leads to reducing the burden on your body
Check for these signs
・Bleeding gums
・Swelling
・Bad breath
👉 Signs from your mouth
・High blood pressure
・Pointed out during a health checkup
👉 Signs from your body
Things you can start today
Within a reasonable range 👇
● Oral care
・Tooth brushing
・Interdental care
● Lifestyle habits
・Reviewing your diet
・Light exercise
👉 The key is to improve both
Summary
Periodontal disease and high blood pressure:
✔ May be linked through inflammation
✔ Can affect blood vessels
✔ Share common lifestyle habits
are characteristics they have.
A quick note
Your gums are,
👉 a sign that reflects the state of your body
.
Making small adjustments
leads to care for your entire body.