7 Ways Your Dental Health Can Affect Your Fertility
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Gum Disease Can Delay Pregnancy
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Gum Disease Can Delay Pregnancy
On average, it takes a woman five months to conceive once she starts trying to have a baby. However, for women with chronically swollen and inflamed gums--two common symptoms of gum disease--it usually takes seven months. Why? Researchers from Sweden believe inflammation in the mouth can set off a chain reaction that damages overall health, including reproductive health. In a recent report, they compared poor oral health to obesity for its potential to delay conception.
Trying to have a baby? Don't forget to brush and floss! Here are some surprising ways dental health can affect your fertility. -By Jacqueline Tourville
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