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The potential of mouth swabs in improving life expectancy

The alarming risks related to periodontal disease

The potential of mouth swabs in improving life expectancy
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Daniela Ayoub
18/12/2024 07:00 ‧ 5 months ago | StarsInsider

HEALTH

Oral health

Cardiovascular disease, diabetes, pregnancy complications, respiratory infections, osteoporosis... What do all these have in common? Well, they can all start in the mouth! Indeed, periodontal disease can pose serious risks to our oral health, but did you know this can also facilitate the progression to more serious health conditions? Yet there is good news: a saliva test could assess your risk.

Curious? Click on to find out more.

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