A Healthy Heart Starts with Your Smile

February is American Heart Month, which raises awareness of factors contributing to cardiovascular disease and what you can do to lower your risk. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. An unhealthy lifestyle is a common contributor to heart disease, but did you know that your gum health can also increase your risk? Your oral and general health are connected. Here’s how keeping your gums healthy can lower your risk of heart attacks and strokes.

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