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Is it true that periodontal disease can spread or infect the tonsils?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Probably not: While periodontal disease is a chronic bacterial infection of the gums and supporting structures of the teeth the bacteria responsible for the problem usually remain within the gum pockets. It has been theorized that bacteria and their toxins in periodontal disease may enter the bloodstream and affect other organ systems. Much of that makes sense but more studies are needed to understand how.
Answered 12/9/2016
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Not sure: But, perio disease will spread by kissing.
Answered 7/21/2012
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