Scientists find link between inflamed gums and heart disease

Monday, December 15, 2008 - 17:21 in Health & Medicine

CRP, a protein associated with inflammation, is elevated in people who are at risk for heart disease. A new study shows that infected gums may be one source of CRP. read more

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