London - Lazy middle-aged men are more at risk of gum disease, a study showed recently.
Researchers found it was associated with low levels of exercise in men aged between 45 and 65, most of whom worked in offices.
The German research, which involved 72 otherwise healthy men, backs up a previous study showing that fit men are at 40 percent less risk of gum disease.
Nigel Carter, of the British Dental Health Foundation, said the studies highlighted the importance of good oral health.
“People see the health of their mouth and the health of their body as two very different things, but it is becoming increasingly clear that this just isn’t the case. This research pinpoints a very high-risk group who need to review their current habits.”
Dr Carter said gum disease affected around 19 out of 20 people at some point in their lives and is by far the most common cause of tooth loss. He advised two minutes of brushing twice a day, fewer snacks and regular trips to a dentist.
The Hanover Medical School research was in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology. - Daily Mail