As the body’s main point of entry, so to speak, your mouth has a direct and influential impact on the health of the rest of your body. Not only in terms of what you put in your mouth for nutrition (or, unfortunately, some non-nutritional items, such as tobacco and too much alcohol), but also in terms of the overall condition of your mouth. In other words, if you have a healthy mouth, then chances are your body will be healthier, too. With this in mind, Odessa dentist Dr. Cobb encourages patients to schedule twice yearly preventive dental cleanings and exams, so we can help you have a healthy mouth and body.

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