While everyone knows to brush and floss, there are plenty of ways you can improve the health of your teeth, gums and mouth. What many people do not know, however, is how much your overall health is related to the health of your mouth. Gum disease has been implicated in the development of heart disease and chronic inflammation of arteries, according to the American Academy of Periodontology. Even diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer’s have been linked to periodontal disease. So keeping your mouth healthy is not just a matter of aesthetics.
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