Ways to Take a Bite Out of Your Dental Bills

Ways to Take a Bite Out of Your Dental Bills

The most effective way to lower your dental bills is to take care of your teeth, and to make sure your children do the same.

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Good Dental Hygiene Important for Heart Health

It's important to brush and floss twice a day. New research indicates that gum disease caused by poor oral hygiene can result in pain and tooth loss, contribute to heart disease and lead to stroke, says the American Academy of Periodontology. People with gum disease can have nearly twice the risk of a fatal heart attack as those with healthy gums.