Ninety percent of the young adult population participates in some form of physical activity, either as a way to stay fit or as a professional. This is why it's important to understand and prevent the risks associated with sports.

Several studies have observed a correlation between heart disease and gum disease. Therefore, researchers investigated whether treating periodontal disease could reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. While there is a lack of conclusive evidence, the available evidence does support a causal relationship between the two conditions.