HR5 Pathogen Test
Save Your Teeth and Save Your Life
Did you know? High risk oral bacteria can be present long before the visible signs of infection or disease. Ask your healthcare provider today for the HR5 saliva test, to see if you are at risk.
DO YOU HAVE BLEEDING GUMS?
Oral bacteria make their way into the bloodstream and place you at risk.
50%
Up to 50% of heart attacks and strokes are triggered by oral pathogens.
Source: Circulation (2013)
70%
More likely to develop Alzheimer’s Disease in people who suffer from gum disease for more than 10 years
Source: Alz Res Therapy (2017)
7x
Increased risk of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes including preterm birth and low birth weight.
Source: AAOSH
12%
Higher risk of Premature Death in women who have a history of periodontal disease.
Source: Journal of the American Heart Association (2017)
up to 50%
Greater risk of developing Cancer including oral, esophageal, lung, colorectal, pancreatic, and breast cancers.
Source: AAOSH
95%
of Americans with Diabetes also have periodontal disease. Periodontal disease lowers glycemic control.
Source: AAOSH
The first step in prevention is screening.
Ask your healthcare provider today for the HR5 saliva test, to see if you are at risk.