Does Alcohol Consumption Increase Your Risk for Gum Disease?

Do you like to meet up with friends or family on the weekend for a drink or two to reward yourself for a long week of hard work? Having an alcoholic beverage now and again doesn’t usually have lasting consequences, especially if you don’t have any major health conditions. Alcohol becomes an issue when you are drinking a lot on a regular basis. In addition to increasing your risk of health issues like cirrhosis of the liver, heart disease, and anemia, heavy drinking can also contribute to periodontal disease. Read on to learn more from your dentist about its effect on gum disease and how much is too much.