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Healthy Mouth Means Healthy Body

September 24, 2008: 04:28 PM EST
Attention to flossing and tooth brushing can help to promote a good heart, says Dr Steve Kerrigan from the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland. The study adds to research that suggests that good oral care can help promote good all round health and ward off problems such as diabetes and even premature birth and arthritis. Bleeding gums and plaque build-up in tissue around bones supporting the teeth can allow bacteria to enter the blood stream, resulting in illness, he says. Several other studies have also indicated that poor oral health can contribute to other diseases, including narrowing of the arteries, one of the first symptoms of heart disease.
Simon Pitman, "Good Oral Health Bodes Well for General Health", Cosmetics Design, September 24, 2008, © Decision News Media
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