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Mouthy Matters: Oral Health and How Your Gums Affect Your Whole Body

12. His A1C Dropped After This "Dental Deep Cleaning," Here's Why

19 July 2026 · 33:36 · Episode 12

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You've been sitting in the chair, heard the words "you need a deep cleaning," and felt your stomach drop. No real explanation, just a diagnosis and a bill. You're not alone, and you're not imagining that something about that conversation feels incomplete. Why this episode matters "Deep cleaning" is one of the most misunderstood terms in dentistry. It sounds like a procedure for a dirty mouth. It's actually the…

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