The gingival problems increase the risk of developing diabetes, heart disease and depression by 54%
There is a thin red thread that binds the condition of the gums to the general state of healtha connection that could explain why those who suffer from periodontitis He often finds himself facing simultaneously More chronic pathologiesfrom heart disease to diabetes, to depression. This is what emerges from a recent British study conducted by the University of London (UCL) in collaboration with the universities of Glasgow and Birmingham, based on the data of the UK Biobank, one of the largest health databases in the world. There researchcoordinated by Francis of help, clearly indicates that gingival inflammation is not only a local dental problem, with all the inconvenience it entails, but even constitutes a potential risk signal for the development of different chronic conditions.
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Periodontitis, the results of the study
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The research involved Over 500 thousand people. The health of the participants’ gums was assessed by collecting direct information on symptoms such as gingival bleeding, pain and mobility of the teeth. In addition, multimorbility was monitored, that is, the contemporary presence of at least two chronic pathologies. The results show a clear association: 57% of participants suffered from at least Two chronic diseasesand 18% reported symptoms of periodontal disease. Those who presented gingival problems had about the 15% more likely to suffer from multimorbility. The most significant symptom was found to be the gum painassociated with an increase of 54% of the probability of multimorbility, followed by mobile teeth (+12%) and from bleeding of the gums (+11%).
The link between gums and chronic diseases
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The correlation between periodontitis and multimorbility seems to be mediated by a combination of biological mechanisms and common risk factors. On a biological level, gingival inflammation is not limited to the mouth, but generates inflammatory signals that can spread in the blood and reach distant organs, such as heart and brain, thus enhancing systemic inflammation. In addition, bacteria responsible for gum infections can enter the bloodstream and contribute to the risk of developing Cardiovascular diseases or diabetes. If stress, smoking, bad eating habits and socio -economic inequalities are added, the picture is complete.
Periodontitis, the implications of oral health
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The results of the investigation reiterate how much the mouth represents the fee of everyone’s general health. Take care of your gums does not only avoid problems at the local level, but it can also have protective effects towards systemic diseases, including Anxiety and depression. In a country where the aging of the population and the growing prevalence of multimorbility have a growing weight on the health system, periodic checks from the dentist and a timely management of gingival diseases can also make a difference for the state coffers.
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