Regular brushing of teeth significantly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, New Zealand scientists say.

A team of scientists from the University of Otago in New Zealand conducted a study that found that chronic oral infections can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, in particular such as atherosclerosis - constriction and blockage of the arteries by atherosclerotic plaques, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes, As reported by the Internet publication for girls and women from 14 to 35 years Pannochka. Net According to one of the scientists, a large number of theories about the connection of dental infections and cardiovascular diseases. One of them is connected with the fact that proteins that are secreted by bacteria cause atherosclerosis and promote its development, the expert said..

Since stress proteins are widely distributed, the human immune system is not always able to distinguish the proteins of one's body from bacterial. Therefore, the immune system begins to attack its own proteins, as a result - white blood cells can accumulate in the tissues of the arteries, causing atherosclerosis. Thus, when the immune system reacts to an infection in the oral cavity, it also attacks the proteins of one's own organism, causing arterial disease.

According to the authors of the study, this discovery can significantly change the prevention of heart disease. Experts argue that oral hygiene and control of gum disease are very important to reduce the risk of heart disease.

However, earlier American scientists from the medical center of Carolina said that daily brushing of teeth causes the penetration of a large number of bacteria into the blood that can cause serious heart disease - infective endocarditis.

Domestic doctors believe that fanaticism is inappropriate here, as is the rare cleaning of teeth. It is enough to choose the right toothbrush, use high-quality toothpaste and brush her teeth once a day to keep your teeth healthy for a long time.

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