Cardiovascular

Gum disease germ may be linked to heart rhythm disorder

The spread of a certain gum disease bacterium to the heart may exacerbate atrial fibrillation, according to a news release dated May 9.

May 19, 2025

Gum disease may hammer heart attack patients

By Melissa Busch

Periodontal disease may be a comorbidity in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction heart attacks, according to a large U.S. study.

May 15, 2025

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4 ways oral health can protect your heart this Valentine's Day

This Valentine's Day, protecting your heart might start with your smile. Here are four ways a consistent oral health regimen benefits your heart.

February 14, 2025

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Increased stroke risk may be linked to common mouth germ

Streptococcus anginosus, a common germ in the mouth and gut, may be abundant in stroke patients' intestines, according to a preliminary study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025.

February 11, 2025

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Flossing may cut the risk of stroke, irregular heartbeats

Regular flossing may reduce the risk of stroke and irregular heartbeats, according to a preliminary study set to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025.

February 5, 2025

Periodontitis may be linked to thrombotic diseases

Periodontitis may contribute to thrombosis by promoting the transmission of bacteria and systemic inflammation thereby affecting cell interactions and coagulation, suggest the findings of a review published in the International Journal of Oral Science.

October 24, 2024

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Controlling this heart condition may rely on gum disease treatment

By Melissa Busch

Patients with this cardiac condition had better outcomes if their gum disease was treated, according to a new study.

April 13, 2024

BP check at dental clinic saves patient's life

A 65-year-old man attended a blood pressure (BP) clinic at a U.K. dental center and was later hospitalized for potentially lifesaving treatment for heart failure. The case report was published in the British Dental Journal.

December 19, 2023

Daily brushing could be good for heart health

By Amerigo Allegretto

Daily brushing and flossing not only lead to healthy gums and bright, shiny teeth, but they can protect one's heart, according to research published in the International Journal of Oral Science.

November 1, 2023

Gingipain released by P. gingivalis cleaves VAMP8, thereby inhibiting autophagy through preventing autophagosomes-lysosome fusion, which causes cardiac dysfunction. Image and caption courtesy of the department of cardiovascular medicine at Tokyo Medical Dental University.

Why now is the time to create a vaping policy at your dental practice

By Janice Janssen

With vaping among Gen Z on the rise and more of that generation coming into dental practices, how are you prepared to discuss vaping with your employees and patients?

October 25, 2023

Podcast: How dental professionals can help their patients with nicotine addiction

With so many dental patients using nicotine and dental professionals educating their patients on the oral-systemic link, there are opportunities for education and help, says Sherri Warshaw, RDH.

October 13, 2023

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Dentists ignore ADA blood pressure guide, rarely defer treatment

By Melissa Busch

Dentists rarely adhered to ADA recommendations to defer treating patients who presented with elevated blood pressure levels, according to a study.

September 25, 2023

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