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A type of gum bacteria called Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is linked to more calcium buildup in arteries and higher levels of inflammation and bad cholesterol.
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The Roles of Periodontal Bacteria in Atherosclerosis
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2023 Aug 16This study says that a mouth bacteria called Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is found in clogged arteries and may help make them worse by triggering inflammation and fat buildup — which matches what the claim says.
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