Maintaining your oral health is more important than ever now that oral health has been linked with overall health. Dentists and physicians alike now understand that periodontal health can affect other health issues such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and vice versa. Known as the oral systemic connection, it means that the bacteria that cause gum disease can travel to other areas of the body and contribute to other health issues. Your Deer Park dentist discusses the importance of oral hygiene and how you can maintain your oral health.

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