Can Exercise Prevent Gum Disease?

Do your gums bleed easily when brushing or flossing your teeth? You might be experiencing symptoms of gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease. Red, swollen, and bleeding gums may not appear too alarming, but if you don’t get treatment, you can be at risk of losing your teeth! Not to mention, gum disease can also affect your health negatively. You can have an increased risk of heart attacks, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and much more. Flossing is the best way to prevent gum disease, but new research has found another way to cut your risk of the infection in half. Here’s how regular exercise can keep your mouth and body healthy. 

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