Any infection of the mouth can affect any part of the body. The bacteria or poison involved can cause stomach problems, etc. It's very mysterious how it works, but it definitely is a possibility. I know first hand. Any dental work I need to have done is preceded by antibiotics for a few days so no infection will go to my heart. Hope this helps you.
Can the bacteria from gingivitis spread to other parts of your body , such as your arm.?
The answer is technically yes, because the body is one entire system, and all parts of it are connected and served by exactly the same circulatory, lymph, nervous and endocrine systems. I would, however, be MUCH more concerned about the bacteria from a mouth infection going to my heart or brain. I know a man who had a cardiac infarction caused by an embolus of tooth decay traveling through his blood stream, and lodging around his heart. It caused a heart attack, and endocarditis, both of which almost killed him. It's nothing to screw around with. Go to the dentist.
Reply:Hi! I've been in dentistry for over 25 years. ANY infection in the mouth can spread through the entire body and the main target is the heart. Since you are swalling hundreds of times a day, each time more bacteria goes from the mouth into the blood stream vis your mouth and stomach. This causes a low grade infection thoughout the body. Some people have to take prophylaxis antibiotics before each dental cleaning because of value problems or othe heart issues. I don't exactly what you are asking when you target your arm, but if you have a concern, call your dentist or doctor and ask them since they know you better than I do. If youhave any other quetions, please ask. M
Reply:Gingivitis is caused by the infection of bad bacteria in your mouth, so this infections can also spread through your blood stream and eventually reached other parts of your body. That is why treating it immediately is very important to prevent health complications.
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