Oral health and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease: A review.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

9-1-2021

Publication Title

Am J Prev Cardiol

Keywords

california; hoag

Abstract

Periodontal disease (PD) is common in the US and globally. Evidence suggests that poor oral health is associated with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD); however, this relationship has not been a major focus in clinical cardiology. This manuscript will review the growing evidence linking PD to ASCVD, including pathophysiologic mechanisms and coexistent risk factors. Public health considerations with a focus on disparities, social determinants, preventive strategies, and a call to action to reduce the burden of coincident ASCVD and PD are also reviewed.

Clinical Institute

Cardiovascular (Heart)

Department

Cardiology

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