My little guy had his first dentist appointment last year {This reminds me I need to make another check-up!} I was proud of how he handled his first filling, something that I remember holding back tears as a kid. Hopefully he will never get another cavity, as I’ve taken initiative to make my family’s oral health just as important as general health {Did you know the two are linked?}

I have been a fan of adding any foods that aid digestion to our diet, including flax seed, whole grains, and probiotic-filled yogurts.

But what does this “good bacteria,”  have to do with oral health?

Many of us associate probiotics with aiding digestion and other intestinal issues, but Sunstar GUM has come out with a new dental probiotic called Periobalance. These mint-flavored lozenges are taken daily to reduce plaque and promote healthy teeth and gums. Clinical results have shown positive changes in gum health and overall oral health in just 28 days!

Remember I said that oral health and general health are linked?

Studies have shown that the bacteria from your mouth can enter your bloodstream and cause serious problems such as increased risk for cardiovascular disease, aggravation of diabetes, pneumonia and other respiratory diseases, stroke and even adverse pregnancy outcomes. {Source}

Almost all gum diseases are caused by plaque, which is a mixture of saliva, food and fluids. Many of us can’t get rid of all of the plaque with brushing alone. That’s why we need to take more preventative steps and maintain a healthy dental routine including brushing, flossing and using Periobalance. Periobalance dental probiotics reduce all of that bad bacteria that lead to many gum diseases.

Now that you know the connection between oral and dental health, it’s time to add those extra steps to your routine!

Sunstar GUM would like to offer 5 readers a one month supply of Periobalance. For those of you that would like to order any Sunstar GUM products, here is a special coupon code for 25% off your order at gumbrand.com and free shipping (online only, minimum order of $15) with code:  BM25 Expires 5/31/12

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