

Gum Disease Awareness
Your gums are the foundation for your teeth, so keeping your gums healthy through good oral hygiene habits will help keep your teeth healthy, too. Did you know that there are more than 3 million cases of gum disease per year in the US? Two recent studies show that gum disease was associated with a higher rate of strokes caused by the hardening of large arteries in the brain and severe artery blockages that haven’t yet caused symptoms. Fortunately, you can help stop gum diseas