A small prospective study has suggested that people with severe periodontitis (gum disease) may die early if they have liver damage (cirrhosis).
Key takeaways:
– Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease affecting the supporting connective tissues of the teeth
– Severe periodontitis was associated with higher risk of early death in 184 patients with liver cirrhosis
– Your dentist can advise on treatment options for gum disease
“Poor oral health and periodontitis are very frequent in patients with cirrhosis”
Read the full story here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/317063.php
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I’m Matthew Houlton, principal dentist and practice owner of Manor House Dental Practice.
Qualified from Sheffield dental hospital in 1993.
Post graduate training with Paul Tipton (Specialist Prosthodontist) from 2005-2007.
Diploma for Membership of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) 2007.
Special interest in Orthodontics.
Yorkshire Deanary Fixed Appliance Training Scheme 2002-2004.
I have worked at York Hospital’s orthodontic department one session a week since 2009.
Member of the British Society of Occlusal Studies (the study of temporomandibular disorder).
I have two children, who keep me busy when I am not at the practice. I take a keen interest in and teach Aikido, a martial art, to keep a healthy mind and body.
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