Avoiding the toothache

Over 300 diseases have early warning signs in the mouth, the most serious of which include diabetes, cardiovascular disease and strokes. However, what many people do not realise is that bad oral health can contribute to some of these diseases. This is because bacteria in the mouth can get into the bloodstream through cavities and gums. With up to 12% of NHS expenditure being spent on diabetes alone and cardiovascular disease being the number one killer on the planet, any method of early diagnosis is vitally important. However, dental caries – otherwise known as tooth decay – is one of...