Can my body weight contribute to gum recession?
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Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:Maintaining a good weight and staying physically fit lowers your risk of periodontitis, a cause of gum recession. In a study published in the Journal of Periodontology, researchers found that people with the low body mass and high levels of fitness had lower rates of severe periodontitis.Maintaining a good weight and staying physically fit lowers your risk of periodontitis, a cause of gum recession. In a study published in the Journal of Periodontology, researchers found that people with the low body mass and high levels of fitness... More -
Steven Mogavero - NASM Elite Trainer answered:I know you are going to find this amazing, but according to the Journal of Periodontology, researchers found that subjects that kept a healthy weight and had regular high levels of fitness also had a lower incidence of severe gum disease. The study continues to show that there is a correlation between overall health and oral health according to Dr. Samuel Low, President of the American Academy of Periodontology.I know you are going to find this amazing, but according to the Journal of Periodontology, researchers found that subjects that kept a healthy weight and had regular high levels of fitness also had a lower incidence of severe gum disease. The... More
