Valentine’s Day always steals the spotlight when February rolls around, but it’s important to remember that it’s also American Heart Month. Your heart plays an essential role in your overall health, pumping blood throughout your body to deliver oxygen and other nutrients to the brain and other vital organs. Well, did you know that caring for your smile is another effective way to keep your heart in tip-top shape? Read on to learn how developing oral health issues like gum disease can negatively affect your cardiovascular system.
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