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Medical Corner
Or al
Oral
H y g iene
Hygiene
ral hygiene is the practice of keep- mouth, your bloodstream can carry the bac-
ing your mouth clean and dis- teria to other areas of your body, which can
ease-free. It involves brushing and lead to other health problems such as heart
Oflossing your teeth as well as vis- disease and stroke. Staying healthy is an im-
iting your dentist regularly for dental X-rays, portant part of your long-term overall health.
exams and cleanings.
Studies have shown that gingivitis and peri-
Oral hygiene is preventive. This means that odontitis may contribute to certain health
oral health problems such as tooth decay, conditions, including Pneumonia and Endo-
gum disease, and bad breath (halitosis) can carditis (infection of your heart’s inner lining).
be prevented before they occur with proper
care of your teeth and gums.
Oral health contributes to overall health. For
example, if you have an infection in your
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