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Oral Health & Heart Disease?

SDPB

In The Moment ... February 27, 2020 Show 762 Hour 1

Would you believe people with poor oral health are at an increased risk of heart disease? More and more research is connecting the two, according to Dr. Tyler Williams, a dentist, and author of the book "Reason to Smile: 11 Keys to Your Best Oral Health Ever."

Making the connection for us is Paul Knecht, executive director of the South Dakota Dental Association.

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