If you’re like most people, you might believe that whenever you visit your dentist for a checkup, they’re just looking to make sure you don’t have any cavities. The truth is they’re checking for much more than that! Believe it or not, the health of your mouth impacts the health of the rest of your body. Oral health problems such as gum disease have even been shown to increase the risk of heart disease. Since February is American Heart Month, now is a great time to learn how you can keep your heart healthy by taking care of your smile.