News 24 Study: cleaning your teeth protects you from heart attacks and strokes

Older studies have shown that periodontal patients are more prone to heart attacks and strokes, while a recent study shows that cleaning teeth prevents seizures and strokes.

According to a study published in the American Journal of Medicine, people who use a toothpaste have a 26% lower risk of infection than others, because of its effect on the body's C-reactive protein, marker of heart attack or stroke.

"The results of the study are important," said Professor Charles Hanekes of the University of Florida Atlantic. "This will have a positive effect on heart disease prevention drug users, and simple tooth cleaning is necessary to prevent mouth and gum infections, reducing the risk of seizures." Heart attack or stroke.