Bad oral hygiene can cause more than just bad breath and decayed teeth.
Research continues to suggest the importance of good oral hygiene as related to cardiovascular health (http://www.perio.org).
Each year, cardiovascular disease kills more Americans than cancer. Most people are aware that lifestyle choices such as eating right, getting enough exercise and not smoking can help prevent cardiovascular disease But they may not know that by just brushing and flossing their teeth each day, will also prevent this deadly disease.
Pregnant women who have gum disease may be seven times more likely to have a baby that is born too early and too small.
Bacteria associated with Gum Disease may also be linked to other healthproblems such as osteoporosis, diabetes, strokes and respiratory disease.
If we value your overall health, then we should also value our oral health as well.
Brushing and flossing our teeth at least two times per day can prevent more than just cavities. Visit your dentist at least twice a year to bet an evaluation.
Don’t wait until your teeth began to fall out of your head, before you realize thatyour heart is no longer beating.
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