Heart Health and the Dental Connection

January 11th, 2021

• Brush and floss twice a day
• See your dentist for regular exams even if you have full dentures
• Don't smoke cigarettes or vape and avoid smokeless tobacco products
• Eat a healthy diet that's low in processed foods and sugar
• Drink plenty of water
• Exercise regularly

Even if you have already been diagnosed with heart disease or gum disease, it's never too late to make changes in your life to reduce their progression. Adopting these new habits can be beneficial to your health and help keep you strong and healthy at any age.