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Stress

Did you know what's on your mind has a direct effect on what's happening in your mouth?

Beyond altering your mood, judgment and sleep schedule, stress can contribute to gum disease. That's because stress can weaken your immune system, making it tough for your body to fight infection – including gum disease.

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Where Does it Start?

You might know that dental plaque is a leading cause of gum disease — how about stress? Smoking?

There's more to gum disease than you may think.

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