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Levels of Bacteria in Plaque Beneath the Gum Line May Increase Risk for Heart Attacks

Category: Your Heart

AAP Statement on Periodontal Treatment and Improvement in Cardiovascular Health

Research presented in a recent paper by Tonetti et al published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) suggests that intensive periodontal treatment may reverse atherosclerosis by improving elasticity of the arteries, or endothelial function. Findings from previous studies have suggested a link between periodontal disease and atherosclerosis and proposed that periodontal treatment may reduce cardiovascular risk. This study is important because it furthers the understanding of the potential relationship between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease.

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