Can your oral health determine if you’re at risk for heart disease? Believe it or not, your mouth definitely can. Researchers have found that patients with periodontal disease (advanced gum disease) are twice as likely to have heart disease compared to patients with healthy gums. The American population has a history of having high cholesterol which further increases their chance of having heart problems if they don’t take diligent care of their teeth and gums. Your dentist in Richardson, Dr. Melody Stampe of CityLine Dental Center, wants our patients to understand the relationship between dangerous bacteria, inflammation, and serious heart conditions.

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Did you know the many benefits that come with keeping up good oral health habits? When you greet someone with a gorgeous, healthy smile you automatically leave a good first impression. Studies have shown that society reacts to straight, beautiful smiles much more positively compared to flawed, decaying ones. When you make smile confidently, you’re more likely to snag that second date or get that promotion at work—yeah studies show that people with great smiles are considered to be more successful. Why wouldn’t you take the necessary steps to have healthy teeth and gums? Your dentist in Richardson wants every patient to have the knowledge on how to maintain great smiles. If you follow these helpful, quick tips and tricks you can be on the road to sparkling pearly whites!

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