Turns out, brushing your teeth isn’t just about fresh breath—mouth bacteria can sneak into your arteries and chill there for years! Researchers found these sneaky bugs (viridans streptococci) forming hidden colonies inside artery plaques, dodging the immune system and antibiotics. When they finally wake up, they can trigger inflammation and help cause heart attacks. So, heart health might be about more than just cholesterol—your oral hygiene could be a secret player! #Health #BodyHealth #HeartHealth