As long as your smile is pearly white and your breath is kissable (go ahead and check), you probably don’t give too much thought to your oral hygiene. Which is a shame because even if you brush and floss daily, you could be overlooking some clear signs of the state of your overall health.
“Research has shown that there is an association between oral problems and serious health conditions in the rest of your body,” says Sally Cram, D.D.S., a periodontist based in Washington, D.C. So next time you pick up your toothbrush, stop and check your kisser for these clues that something may be amiss so you can remedy the issue.
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