In many cultures it has been thought that different parts of the body relate to each other.
Reflexology experts have always said that pressure points in the feet relate can relate to headaches, migraines and other aches and pains in the body.
Surgeons have now discovered that the teeth are connected to your heart.
People with good dental hygiene and that regularly brush their teeth are less likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease which can lead to heart attacks.
The discovery was made by Professor Howard Jenkinson from the University of Bristol, whilst in conjunction with the Royal College of Surgeons.
The discovery was made whilst they were researching into how blood cells are affected by bacteria.
About 700 different types of bacteria can be found in the mouth.
People with don't use their toothbrush enough tend to suffer from poor dental hygiene.
This results in bleeding gums, which are attacked by the bacteria.
The bacteria then enter the blood stream and are now known to be independent factors in causing heart disease.
These independent risk factors for heart disease are caused by oral bacterial infections brought on by bacteria like Streptococcus gordonii and Streptococcus sanguinis.
These findings now explain why some antibiotics fail to work in the treatment of heart disease.
Professor Jenkinson and his team are working with Dr Steve Kerringan to try and develop a solution to the problem.
In the mean time they recommend that you take care of your teeth by regularly brushing your teeth.
Teeth care supplies like an electric toothbrush, dental floss, mouthwash and whitestrips may be useful in the fight against these bacteria.