Healthy gums hold teeth in place.

Meaning: If your gums are healthy, they will keep your teeth in their proper place.

Choice of Words: "Healthy" means something is in good condition and working properly. "Gums" are the soft tissue that surrounds and supports your teeth. "Hold" means to keep something in a particular place or position. "Teeth" are the hard white structures in your mouth that you use to bite and chew food.

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