High blood pressure (hypertension) is sometimes referred to as a “silent killer” because it is both dangerous and does not always cause obvious symptoms. While many risk factors can contribute to this condition, there is one factor that many people may not think about: their oral health. In this blog post, you will learn about the fascinating link between gum disease and high blood pressure.

In its earliest stages, gum disease is a mild infection of the pink tissue that surrounds the teeth. If it receives timely treatment, it should have no lasting consequences. But what if it goes untreated for too long? It can cause serious damage and even affect your facial shape by causing a problem known as facial collapse. How does this happen, and how can you protect your appearance? This blog post explains.