What do inflammations in the mouth have to do with my heart?Each year in Germany, around 300,000 people suffer a heart attack. More than 170,000 of these cases result in death. About 200,000 per year suffer a stroke, the most frequent cause of disability. Few know that periodontitis can greatly increase the risk of heart attack or stroke, a fact proven by scientific research. The inflammation of the periodontium can thus represent an independent risk of these diseases. To detect and treat periodontitis as early as possible, medical and dental professionals currently use a variety of diagnostic procedures, including measurements taken using a periodontal probe, x-rays and bacterial, genetic or enzyme tests. (Source: IDI PARO) The PerioMarker® aMMP-8 Rapid Test (available in dentists’ offices) and the ORI Oral Risk Indicator aMMP-8 Rapid Test Professional (available in primary care doctors’ and specialists’ offices) test saliva to reveal enzymes responsible for hidden inflammations in the mouth. Ask your doctor or dentist about the test for you. |
The PerioMarker®
rapid test reveals hidden inflammations. It can identify the risk even before any clinical signs become visible, such as irreversible destruction of periodontal tissue and jawbones or loosening of teeth.
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An aMMP-8 rapid test is especially effective in indicating previously concealed periodontal inflammations in at-risk groups. And early detection means that preventive measures can be taken before symptoms set in.
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that an inflammation in the mouth can increase significantly the risk of such serious diseases as heart attack, apoplectic stroke and diabetes.
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