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I swallow dental plaque now this plaque blocks my heart?
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Dental plaque, soft sticky bacteria & food debris, is inactivated by stomach acids. But toxins produced by plaque enter your blood stream and are carried from mouth to other organ systems and are implicated in numerous serious conditions. See your Dentist for advice.
Answered 9/2/2023
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No, the bacteria will not block your heart. But good oral hygiene will also keep you healthy, so visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and exams.
Answered 9/2/2023
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