For Physicians

Periodontal disease can affect general health. References are listed here:

• Cardiovascular Disease and Periodontal Bacteria
• Periodontal Disease and Cancer
• Periodontal Disease and C-Reactive Protein
• Periodontal Disease and C-Reactive Protein (2)
• Periodontal Disease and the EKG
• Periodontal Disease and Heart Disease
• Periodontal Disease and Pancreatic Cancer
• Periodontal Disease and Fertility
• Periodontal Disease and Pregnancy
• Periodontal Disease and Preterm Births
• Periodontal Disease and Preterm Births (2)
• Periodontal Disease and Stroke
• Periodontal Disease and Diabetes
• Periodontal Disease and Organ Transplant

References courtesy of the Journal of Periodontology.