In the latest episode of the Next ReGeneration podcast, hosts Anina and Elena welcome Filippo Graziani, Professor of Periodontology at the University of Pisa, Italy. Together, they take you on a journey into the connection between oral and overall health, exploring how a healthy mouth can influence the entire body. 

Graziani discusses research showing that periodontal therapy can significantly support glycaemic control in diabetic patients. He also highlights findings of oral bacteria in atheromatous plaques, illustrating the potential connection between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease. 

Periodontitis can furthermore trigger systemic inflammation, thereby aggravating diabetes and increasing heart disease risk. In fact, 57 systemic diseases have already been associated with periodontitis, says Graziani. 

As such, periodontal therapy not only improves patients’ quality of life — it may even support cognitive functions. 

How far can periodontal treatment go in shaping general health outcomes?