The American Dental Association recently revealed the results of an oral health survey of 1000 adult Americans.  What they found is that while Americans deem the smile the most important physical attribute, a surprising amount of Americans don’t know that poor oral health has been associated with serious health conditions such as stroke, heart disease and diabetes.  Many survey participants also thought that a little bleeding from brushing is normal, yet it’s not. It could be a sign of gum disease or something even worse.  We want you, our patients, to be healthy and have the knowledge to make good decisions about your dental health. If you have questions about something you see in the news or online, call our office and Dr. Nelson will be happy to talk with you.