About the expert Sasha Ross, DMD, MS, is a board-certified periodontist who has been with the Cleveland Clinic since 2013.

Good oral hygiene can reduce the risk of such bacteria going into the lungs. People with diabetes are more at risk of mouth infections, especially gum (periodontal) disease. Gum disease can damage the ...

You may know that caring for your gut microbiome could help you live longer. But brushing and flossing your teeth is also a ...