More reasons why dental and oral health care is important to maintain. Studies suggest erectile dysfunction can be linked to gum disease. Research carried out on 70 subject showed a correlation between gum disease and the ability to achieve an erection. The data indicates that as the severity of erectile dysfunction increased, so did the prevalence of chronic periodontitis (gum disease) More than four out of five men 81% with severe erectile dysfunction hand gum disease. In comparison in cases of mile erectile dysfunction, the incidence of gum disease was less then two in five men. Preventive dental care starts at home by brushing and flossing. However seeing a dentist at least twice a year is an important part of oral and dental health that is linked to so many other overall health care issues.