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Brush up on the perks of a healthy smile

SDPB Radio | By Lori Walsh,
Ellen Koester
Published February 15, 2023 at 10:08 AM CST
To make dental care more accessible, some schools are bringing dentists to students.
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Your dentist is a member of your health care team.

This interview originally aired on "In the Moment" on SDPB Radio.

Health problems that affect your teeth can have an impact beyond your mouth. Taking care of your teeth goes a long way in taking care of your body.

Debra Johnston, M.D., talks about how brushing, flossing and visiting your dentist can boost your overall health.

Learn more in Dr. Johnson's On Call with the Prairie Doc blog post.
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Lori Walsh
Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of In the Moment.
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Ellen Koester
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
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