I love tea. One of my all time favorites is Green Tea. Green tea may well be a treat for your taste buds. But new research is suggesting that it benefits the rest of your oral cavity as well. Green tea contains compounds that appear to control inflammation and fight bacterial infection. This drink is also rich in antioxidants, which have many health properties. What does that mean for your mouth? Here are five reasons why green tea may be good for your oral health. 1. Cavity

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