The Mouth to Body Connection

Microscopic view of bacteria on used floss

Photo Credit: Steve Gshmeissner/Sciene Photo Library

Plain and simple....if you don't floss, this is what is happening:

Bacteria forms colonies in the mouth.

The body begins a defensive inflammatory response.

Periodontal disease develops. (Gingivitis is periodontal disease. Do your gums bleed?)

This is chronic condition of infection and inflammation in the mouth.

This causes increased bacterial contamination and inflammation in other areas of the body.

There is now an increased risk of many systemic diseases.
(Examples: atherosclerosis, diabetic complications, respiratory disease, pregnancy complications,...and many more)

Flossing is not just about helping your teeth out. It affects your whole body and life.

How Much Sugar Is in a Coke?

1 20 oz bottle of Coca-Cola has 65g of sugar.

1 teaspoon = 4.2 g of sugar


Put a little over 15 spoonfuls of sugar in a glass. That's how much sugar is in a Coke.

For those wondering, a 12 oz can of Coke contains 39g sugar (a little over 9 spoonfuls of sugar)