How is Your Mouth Connected to the Rest of Your Body?

At Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry, we care about more than just your teeth. We fully understand how the mouth can affect the body through what is known as the oral-systemic connection. The oral-systemic connection is the studied link between oral health and the body. Drs. Ryan Lepore and Erin Dougherty, and their team in Dunedin, Florida, work routinely with patients to help them understand this connection and how it impacts their oral health. Below are just a few more commonly asked questions about oral health and body connection. What is the Oral-Systemic Connection? Studies show that the smile’s health can indicate … Continue reading