http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2001/02/14/gums-lung-disease.aspxThe simple act of brushing and flossing your teeth may help keep lung ailments in check. Researchers believe that as gums recede due to poor oral health, respiratory illnesses like bronchitis and emphysema worsen . If you already have lung disease, takingenCommunityServer 2008.5 SP1 (Build: 31106.3070)