Want to live a long and healthy life? You’ll have a better chance of doing just that if you brush and floss your teeth everyday. Of course you know that daily oral hygiene at home and regularly scheduled checkups are a must for a bright and fresh smile. But did you know that you’re also doing your overall health a big favor when you brush and floss? Why? Because there is a proven connection between the health of your mouth—specifically your gums—and the health of your body. Gum disease and the accompanying inflammation are the culprits. To reverse the effects of this bacterial infection, Dr. Medaugh and his team at Valley Dentists of Belchertown provide gum disease treatment, so your mouth and your body have a healthy prognosis.

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