Did you know that your mouth is a mirror that can
reflect the health of the rest of your body? Recently,
numerous studies investigating the mouth-body
connection have suggested an association between
oral health and general health.*

At the core of good oral health is the maintenance of
healthy teeth and gums.

Learn More About Oral Health and...

	Diabetes Did you know people with diabetes are twice as likely to develop gum disease? Learn more.
	Pregnancy Research suggests that women with gum disease are more likely to have premature, low-birthweight babies. Learn more.
	Heart Disease Some studies have reported an association between periodontal disease and heart disease. Learn more.
	Stress Stress causes a weakening in the immune system, which can contribute to gum disease. Learn more.
	Smoking A recent study showed that people who smoke are more likely to have gum disease than non-smokers. Learn more.
	Oral Contraceptives Women using oral contraceptives are more susceptible to gum disease. That's because many birth control pills contain hormones that dilate blood vessels that could lead to inflamed gums. Learn more. *Research has shown an association, not a causal link, between oral health and these conditions.

The Causes of Gum Disease
There's more to gum disease than just plaque. Get the full story on some of the lesser-known causes of gum disease. Learn more.

The Symptoms of Gum Disease
While gum disease isn't always easily detectable, it helps to know what to look for. Learn more.

Preventing Gum Disease
Find out what you can do to prevent gum disease before it becomes a problem. Learn more.