The Academy of General Dentistry has said in a survey that baby boomers aged 45 to 64, should be vigilant with respect to oral health for they are sure signs of pending or current health problems anywhere else in the body. These symptoms as they should be called are signs of changes to their overall dental health and are to be given prompt dental attention so any underlying diseases can be seen and treated accordingly with the proper medical care. Problems such as halitosis and bleeding gums are indicative of diabetes, dental x-rays which show bone loss may indicate the onslaught of osteoporosis and even more alarming pain or sore jaws could signify a pending arterial blockage that leads to heart attacks. This greatly amplifies the role of dentists for overall health where they have proven to be invaluable in the never-ending fight for perfect health and not just smiles.