Brushing teeth 'halts' heart disease - BBC

People who fail to brush their teeth twice a day are putting themselves at risk of heart disease, say researchers. It is known that inflammation in the body, including in the mouth and gums, has an important role in the build up of clogged arteries, which can lead to a heart attack.

"If you don't brush your teeth, your mouth can become infected with bacteria which can cause inflammation.

"Whatever the true position is, we can say with certainty that if people brush teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, visit the dentist regularly and restrict sugary snacks to mealtimes; that this will go a long way towards keeping the teeth and gums in a healthy state for life." - Brush teeth to halt heart disease

Heart disease and stroke