Just as in people, leaving tooth and gum disease untreated is not only bad for oral health, but it can affect other organ systems in the body as well. (mwuanimalhealth.com)
The worms then travel to the heart where they live for many years as adults, causing disease in the heart, lungs, liver, and other organ systems of your pet. (farmingtonveterinaryclinic.com)
Oral disease has been shown to affect general health especially the heart, kidneys and other major organ systems. (nevccc.com)