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7 tips to keep your teeth and mouth healthy for life Medicard free standing clinics now offer dental services Yellow teeth, bad breath, bleeding gums, and aching molars—these are just few of the many dental problems you may have if you don’t take care of your oral health. If not treated early, these issues can lead to serious health complications, like diabetes and heart disease. It can also negatively affect your confidence and communication abilities. “Your mouth is essential for eating, speaking, and sense of well-being. You need to keep it clean, healthy and presentable because you use it all the time. It is also one of the parts in your body that people first notice when you talk and present yourself in public,” says Dr. Nicky Montoya, president of MediCard Philippines. To achieve optimal dental health: (1) Brush your teeth daily   Brush your teeth at least twice a day—ideally in the morning after breakfast and in the evenin...