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A woman brushes her teeth.

Proper dental hygiene can prevent gum disease or digestive disorders and give you a bright healthy smile. On the other hand, neglecting your oral health can increase the risk of serious health conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.

In other words, a healthy mouth helps create a healthy body, so taking care of your teeth and gums is a must.

 

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Losing Weight May Help Fight Gum Disease

Losing Weight May Help Fight Gum Disease

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 16 (HealthDay News) -- Losing weight appears to help fight gum disease, a new study indicates. It included 31 obese people who underwent treatment for gum disease. Half of the patient...

 
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