Presence Of Gum Disease May Help Dentists And Physicians Identify Risk For Cardiovascular Disease
Saturday, December 6, 2008 - 23:28
in Health & Medicine
Individuals reporting a history of periodontal disease were more likely to have increased levels of inflammation, a risk factor for heart disease, compared to those who reported no history of periodontal disease, according to new research. The findings suggest persons with increased levels of inflammatory markers associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease might be identified by asking about oral health history.