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12/21/2017 / By Rita Winters

How gum disease affects your overall health: Bacteria from your mouth enters your blood, then contributes to diseases such as cancer

Here’s something to make you check your teeth today: Bacteria in the mouth have long been known to cause various diseases in other parts of the body. While saliva may serve as the first line of defense against unwanted contaminants, some bacteria may be tougher to break down. A study from the Federal University of Santa […]

04/17/2017 / By Earl Garcia

Researchers reveal that brushing your teeth may help prevent cancer

Being mindful of oral health care — brushing, flossing, and regular dental check up — may help prevent the onset of cancer, experts say. Various studies have shown that oral bacteria may be a contributing factor to the development of certain types of cancer. As such, gaining insight on the connection between oral bacteria and cancer […]

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