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Believe it or not, an estimated <strong>80 percent<\/strong> of American adults currently have some form of gum disease. Studies have shown a correlation between <strong>gum disease<\/strong> and <strong>heart disease<\/strong>, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Our team will work closely with your orthodontist to make sure that your teeth stay clean and healthy while you&#8217;re undergoing orthodontic treatment.<\/p>\n<p><\/br>If it has been more than six months since your last visit to our office, please give us a call! We look forward to your next visit!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thanks for the question! Yes! In fact, it&#8217;s even more important that patients receiving orthodontic treatment visit our office regularly. When you&#8217;re wearing braces, food may be caught in places that your toothbrush normally can&#8217;t reach. This causes bacteria to build up and can lead to cavities, gingivitis and even gum disease. 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