Center for Dental Implants

A Greater Risk of Kidney Disease Now Linked to Patients with Gum Disease

Being a systemic disease, periodontal (gum) disease has long been known to share a connection with several other ailments affecting totally different parts of the body. But now, according to a study published by the American Society of Nephrology, there is more reason than ever to take care of your teeth and that’s the connection between gum disease and kidney disease. Palos Verdes dentist, Dr. Giri Palani, helps us understand the grave implications of these findings. - January 15, 2015