These 3 unexpected dangers of gum disease will make you want to go brush your teeth

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By Sara Middleton, staff writer

(NaturalHealth365) According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all adults have at least some degree of gum disease. Also called periodontal disease, gum disease is rooted in the build-up of a sticky substance called plaque on the teeth.

Simply put, plaque is ground zero for bacteria – which can irritate and inflame your gums.

You may have heard a rumor that having bad teeth and gums is associated with heart disease. Unfortunately, that’s not even the whole picture. It turns out that poor oral health is also linked …read more

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