Did you know that not taking care of your
teeth and gums can increase your risk of blood vessel damage in the retina? Periodontitis
is a chronic inflammation of the gums that results from bacterial buildup and
the surface and between your teeth. It is easily prevented with through oral
hygiene such as brushing your teeth and flossing properly to avoid accumulation
of bacteria on your teeth and gums. If left untreated it can result in
loosening or even loss of teeth. But, a study in the Journal of
Periodontology
found that there was an
association between periodontitis and the health of the retinal blood vessels
in terms of their narrowing and constriction in a similar manner as results
from hypertension and vascular and inflammatory diseases. The researchers
speculated that over time this could lead to “leaky blood vessels” and indicate
that periodontitis might lead to increased risk for
other diseases.
To learn more about
tooth and gum disease such as periodontitis ask your dentist. If you have
periodontitis and have not had a regular eye exam please call The Eye
Clinic of Texas, an affiliate of Houston Eye Associates, at 800-423-3937, visit
The Eye Clinic of Texas, Google+ or facebook.com/ecot.lasik.
The
Eye Clinic of Texas is an affiliate of Houston Eye Associates, the largest ophthalmology
clinic in the nation. We are a leading eye care practice serving the greater
Houston, Galveston & League City with offices at 1100 Gulf Freeway, Suite
114, League City, Texas 77573 and 2302 Avenue P, Galveston, Texas.
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