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The Health Risks of Gum Disease

Friday, October 16th, 2009

the viewWatch this video as Whoopie Goldberg Talks About Gum Disease on The View. 

Gum disease or periodontal disease is a bacterial infection that causes loss of bone support surrounding the teeth.  The primary etiology consist of certain species of bacteria, while secondary factors include genetics, hormones, medications, smoking, alcohol, stress, diabetes, obesity, poor oral hygiene, dry mouth, and poor diet. 

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