Today, Physicians and Dentists are Concerned That Gum Disease Is

Question

Today, physicians and dentists are concerned that gum disease is linked to _____.
A) neurological disorders
B) peritonitis
C) vitamin deficiencies
D) cardiovascular disease
E) asthma

Accepted Answer

Recent studies suggest that gum disease may be linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke due to inflammation and bacteria entering the bloodstream.