Harmful oral bacteria are known to cause a host of nasty infections such as tooth decay and gum disease, but you may not be aware that some research suggests a link between these germs with dangerous secondary infections like sepsis and pneumonia. A recent study published in the Journal of Dentistry has also found a possible link between destructive oral bacteria and brain abscesses, which can be fatal. Here’s a brief guide to how oral infections may lead to brain abscesses and what you can do to keep your mouth clean and healthy.
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