New initiative focuses on oral health clinicians in prevention and early detection of heart disease
January 16, 2024
January 16, 2024
DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 16 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release:
A patient's oral health can be an indicator of overall health and well-being. Research shows that chronic gum inflammation may be associated with other chronic diseases including coronary artery disease and diabetes.[1] In addition, certain bacteria that live in the mouth can travel through the bloodstream to other parts of the body, including the heart and lungs. Oral . . .
A patient's oral health can be an indicator of overall health and well-being. Research shows that chronic gum inflammation may be associated with other chronic diseases including coronary artery disease and diabetes.[1] In addition, certain bacteria that live in the mouth can travel through the bloodstream to other parts of the body, including the heart and lungs. Oral . . .