February also marks American Heart Month at My Dentists!

You may remember our post from last week, when we discussed February being National Dental Health Month. But did you know February is also American Heart Month?

It’s a great time to take notice of the health of your heart, say Drs. Yeager, Michalski and Pinnavaia. Cardiovascular disease remains American's number one killer, according to the American Heart Association. Recent studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care.

Visiting our office regularly can help prevent gum disease or at least catch it in its early stages. And because people with dental insurance are more likely to visit their dentist when they should, a healthy mouth begins with a visit to My Dentists. In observance of Heart Month, it’s also important to know your numbers: blood pressure (less than 120/80), cholesterol (less than 200) and BMI (less than 25). If you have any questions about heart health, or about your treatment here at My Dentists, please give us a call today.

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