I still say, ‘Shoot for the moon; you might get there.’<\/p>\n

Buzz Aldrin<\/p>\n

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The last night\u2019s snow moon reflects the sun just like your smile mirrors your overall health. The new moon is a great time to reflect and make choices toward health.<\/p>\n

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why are Dr. Frankel and his staff always saying \u201cHealthy Mouth,\u00a0Healthy Body?\u201d 7 quick facts that explain why maintaining good\u00a0oral health is essential to achieving great overall health.<\/p>\n

Oral health and overall health are not mutually exclusive, in fact, they are inextricably\u00a0connected. WOW! That\u2019s a lot of big words, but basically what we are saying is if you let\u00a0the health of your teeth and gums decline, you are setting yourself up to get really, really\u00a0sick.<\/p>\n

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Routine cleanings, flossing, sealants and fluoride may seem like a hassle, but in reality<\/p>\n

they are saving you from dangerous conditions such as heart disease and stroke.<\/p>\n

1.) Gum Disease causes halitosis, better known as \u201cknock-you-over bad breath.\u201d<\/p>\n

2.) 2x. Seeing double? Patients with gum disease are twice as likely to develop heart<\/p>\n

disease.<\/p>\n

3.) 3x. Triple what? Patients with gum disease have an increased risk of stroke triple that<\/p>\n

of those patients without gum disease.<\/p>\n

4.) 4x \u2013 the average increased cost of one restorative dental procedure as compared to a<\/p>\n

regular checkup appointment.<\/p>\n

5.) The number of primary things you need to do to maintain your healthy mouth:<\/p>\n

\uf0b7 Brush 2x daily<\/p>\n

\uf0b7 Floss 1x daily<\/p>\n

\uf0b7 Visit 2x yearly<\/p>\n

\uf0b7 Avoid tobacco products<\/p>\n

\uf0b7 Eat a well-balanced diet<\/p>\n

6.) 62% – The percentage of increased risk, according to Harvard researchers, for<\/p>\n

patients with gum disease to develop pancreatic and kidney cancers.<\/p>\n

7.) 7x. Women with gum disease are seven times more likely to deliver premature or<\/p>\n

underweight babies.<\/p>\n

It is so important to keep a healthy mouth in order to promote a healthy body! Don\u2019t let<\/p>\n

fear, cost, or time be a factor to keep you away. Dr. Frankel says, \u201cI care about people\u2019s<\/p>\n

smiles and firmly believe that with a great smile, you can improve your appearance, self<\/p>\n

confidence, and your life.\u201d You can schedule a free consultation<\/a> today.<\/p>\n