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Is it possible that periodontal disease to lead to a higher white blood cell count?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: Periodontal disease is an acute or chronic infection of the bone and gums supporting your teeth. White blood cells function to fight infection, and could very well be higher due to periodontal infection.
Answered 2/20/2020
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ALSO: Often elevated c-reactive protein (CRP) levels, if blood tests are performed. See your dentist for an evaluation and treatment plan.
Answered 2/20/2020
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Yes: Just like any chronic infection state will. But there can be other coincidental sources that need to be ruled out.
Answered 10/4/2016
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