Despite the common misconception that your oral health and overall health are for the most part unrelated, our body components are interconnected and depend on one another. Medical research has shown that as many as 90 percent of systemic diseases produce symptoms that affect the mouth – meaning diseases involving your mouth are not just confined there, and diseases that affect other parts of the body also can impact your oral health. While you might not go to the doctor for a cavity or the dentist for the flu, your mouth and the rest of your body are more connected than you might think.
Your mouth serves as a primary gateway into the body and is part of the first line of defense against disease. Maintaining a routine that includes brushing and flossing does more than clean and protect your teeth and gums; it also fights harmful bacteria that can affect other parts of the body. For example, bacteria found in dental plaque has been linked to respiratory disease. Learn more about some of the most common health connections between your mouth and body with this guide by Grove Dental:
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