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- Title
The Art of Subtlety: Oral Health Care Practitioners, Cardiovascular Disease, and Making Best Use of the Existing Evidence.
- Authors
Quiñonez, Carlos
- Abstract
The article discusses the potential link between oral health and cardiovascular disease (CVD). While some individuals claim that there is a strong connection between oral health and CVD, the evidence supporting this claim is not conclusive. CVD refers to a group of disorders that affect the heart and blood vessels, and it is the leading cause of death globally. Risk factors for CVD, such as tobacco use and an unhealthy diet, can also contribute to poor oral health. However, more research is needed to establish a causal relationship between oral health and CVD. It is important for patients to improve their oral health and seek medical care for the treatment of risk factors and conditions associated with CVD.
- Subjects
MEDICAL care; CARDIOVASCULAR diseases; ORAL health; DENTAL hygienists; MYOCARDIAL infarction
- Publication
Ontario Dentist, 2024, Vol 99, Issue 3, p12
- ISSN
0300-5275
- Publication type
Article