Oral health is health of the mouth including: teeth, gums, jaw bone and supporting tissues. Maintaining good oral health can prevent disease in your mouth, like gum diseases, dental cavities, oral candidiasis and bad breath. It is important to be cautious about your oral health because many diseases, like diabetes, HIV and cancer can cause oral health problems. Regular dental exams help you maintain good oral health and avoid related health problems.
Attribution: Straight Talk Foundation