Exploring The Interplay Between Oral Health And Cardiovascular Health: A Comprehensive Review
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periodontal disease, cardiovascular disease, risk, analysis, bloodstream, oral healthAbstract
Many epidemiological studies have examined the association between periodontal disease (PD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD), but their results are inconsistent. Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and dental health are closely interconnected, with mounting evidence suggesting a bidirectional relationship. Poor oral health, particularly periodontal disease, has been identified as a risk factor for CVD. The inflammation associated with periodontal disease can contribute to systemic inflammation, which is a known risk factor for atherosclerosis, a primary cause of heart attacks and strokes. This review aims to update the potential associations that underlie the understanding of the role of PD and cardiovascular events based on multivariate analyses (impact, integrated, cross-sectional), case reports, and interventions; The studies excluded other health outcomes such as cerebrovascular disease, pregnancy complications, obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and a brief summary of atherosclerosis (ATH).
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There is remarkable evidence that there is a presence of periodontal pathogens in artherosclerotic plaque of coronary health disease thus stating that periodontitis may be a risk factor for development of cardiovascular diseases.
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