Most people know that oral care is connected to full-body health, but just how much does it matter? According to research published in the American Academy of Neurology, a whole lot more than you might think. The study revealed that poor oral health was associated with a 36% higher risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular events. “These findings suggest that improving oral health may be an important part of stroke prevention efforts,” shared study author Souvik Sen, MD, MS, MPH, of the