by: Christine Zafra

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If you have missing teeth, your dentist might advise you to get implants, veneers or undergo other dental procedures for you to have back that beautiful smile. However, having that aesthetically pleasing smile is not a guarantee that you are now healthy. You may be orally healthy, but are you heart disease-free? Yes, researchers from Germany found out that women (in particular) who have lost a bunch of their natural teeth have heavier left ventricles. The left ventricle is responsible for pumping the blood throughout the body. People who have heavier hearts have a higher risk of contracting heart disease in the future.

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