Treating your periodontal pockets may benefit your pocket book

A new study in the November issue of the Journal of Periodontology found that prevention of periodontal diseases may lead to savings on not only dental costs, but also medical care costs. Periodontal, or gum diseases have been linked to systemic health conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory problems.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news115404831.html">Treating your periodontal pockets may benefit your pocket book</a></p> <p>A new study in the November issue of the <i>Journal of Periodontology</i> found that prevention of periodontal diseases may lead to savings on not only dental costs, but also medical care costs. Periodontal, or gum diseases have been linked to systemic health conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory problems. </p>