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Course Objectives: The purpose of this module is to inform nurses about the connection between oral health and systemic health. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to: Define periodontal disease. Name five causes of periodontal disease. Describe how periodontal disease is connected to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and complications of pregnancy.