What your mouth can reveal about your health

Mouth ulcers, gum disease, cavities — even the tongue — can provide warnings of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Learn what your mouth says about health.

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In Good Shape takes a closer look inside the mouth, where common diseases such as diabetes and heart disease can often be detected early. Because the mouth is densely supplied with blood vessels, changes in metabolism and blood circulation can show up on the tongue and oral mucosa. What causes mouth ulcers, sores and gum inflammation?

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