Justin Gee DMD, MSD

https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/oral-hygiene-dementia-diabetes

Why bleeding gums are a much bigger problem than most people realise | BBC Science Focus Magazine The more we learn about the microbiome living in our mouths, the more we discover the extent to which it affects our overall health

https://creators.yahoo.com/lifestyle/story/73-of-americans-fear-the-dentist--a-periodontist-said-its-hurting-them-in-ways-most-dont-expect-013804354.html

73% of Americans fear the dentist — a periodontist said it's hurting them in ways most don't expect Gum disease has been linked to heart attacks, strokes, and Alzheimer's. A board-certified periodontist explains what's really at stake and why it's never too late.

https://www.aop.org.uk/ot/news/2026/05/11/exploring-the-connection-between-gum-disease-and-eye-health

Exploring the connection between gum disease and eye health Researchers from the University of Texas have highlighted that people with gum disease are more likely to develop a range of eye conditions

https://www.earth.com/video/mouth-bacteria-can-reach-your-liver/

Mouth bacteria can reach your liver Mouth bacteria can reach your liver - Earth.com

https://www.sciencealert.com/21-year-study-links-gum-disease-and-cavities-to-higher-stroke-risk

21-Year Study Links Gum Disease And Cavities to Higher Stroke Risk Oral hygiene has been linked to multiple health conditions, including dementia and diabetes.

https://www.sciencealert.com/study-links-gum-disease-with-white-matter-damage-in-the-brain

Study Links Gum Disease With White Matter Damage in The Brain Poor health in one part of the body often leads to problems elsewhere.

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/26/well/gum-health-tips.html

Give Your Gums Some Love Even if you’re diligent about caring for your teeth, you might be overlooking your gums.

https://adanews.ada.org/huddles/gum-disease-could-increase-risk-of-stomach-cancer/?md5=15de3197ef9138a3b41fc0bb88571e5f&utm_medium=email&utm_source=adaMorning-08-11-25&segCode=MH&mkt_tok=ODI0LVhPRy0wNTQAAAGcN97d8MnbP4k5GTSEvWzV43rTGR0uBiaY3YGWQjbCVhu-ZYkEGxI7BlRgkpeVYdkyDmL6DazZ_LU6n_ppHEBFzi69EYn7Y17bIVEMGZ7zulNnWhSh

Gum disease could increase risk of stomach cancer A large study has found that poor dental health, particularly gum disease, may significantly increase the risk of developing gastric cancer.

https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/patient-education/article/55273163/the-value-of-vitamin-c-for-dental-patients

The value of vitamin C for dental patients People who want to take steps toward staying healthy, including their oral health, need to remember the value of vitamin C. You can remind them about this handy and healthy option...

https://adanews.ada.org/huddles/dental-flossing-could-help-minimize-stroke-risk/

Dental flossing could help minimize stroke risk Using dental floss regularly could reduce the risk of stroke.