On 12 May, for the first time in its 67-year history, the British Society of Periodontology (BSP) is taking the bold step of launching an innovative UK-wide campaign to raise awareness of gum disease and its far-reaching impact on general health. BSP President Dr Phil Ower says: ‘As gum disease is a serious public health issue, affecting the quality of life of over half the population, we felt it was time to shout a little louder.
‘Periodontitis is more than a standalone concern – the oral cavity is the gateway to the body so the links between perio disease and serious systemic conditions continue to strengthen. Perio health is vital for general health, wellbeing and longevity’.
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