Oral Health VS Overall Health: How Are They Connected?

Have you ever been surprised by what your dentist finds during your regular dental checkup? Maybe it was a cavity that hadn’t started to hurt yet or a cracked tooth that you couldn’t see. But did you know your dentist can also find signs of underlying systemic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, or Alzheimer’s disease, just by looking at your mouth? There’s an important connection between your oral health and general health, and researchers are finding that an unhealthy mouth can have a profound impact on your overall wellbeing. Learn how poor oral healthcare can lead to serious systemic diseases and how regular dental checkups could even save your life!