Why oral health leads to overall health

Aug. 9, 2011
An article from TheHuffingtonPost.com, Inc.,  explains how good oral health affects the body's entire well-being.

You can tell a lot about people by their mouths. The details of teeth, gums, and even tongue hold important clues to a person's overall health. Recent studies suggest that two common items may be powerful weapons against heart disease and stroke: a toothbrush and dental floss.

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