The Claim
Periodontal status indicators, including tooth mobility and plaque percentage, are independently associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease after adjustment for age, sex, hypertension, and diabetes.
What the research says
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Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
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People with higher tooth mobility and more dental plaque have a higher risk of coronary artery disease, even when accounting for age, sex, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
See the scientific wording
Periodontal status indicators such as tooth mobility and plaque percentage are independently associated with coronary artery disease risk after adjusting for traditional cardiovascular risk factors including age, sex, hypertension, and diabetes, suggesting periodontal health may contribute to cardiovascular risk stratification beyond conventional markers.
Bacteria from infected gums enter the bloodstream, attach to blood vessel walls, and damage the inner lining of arteries. This damage causes the artery walls to thicken and harden, narrowing the vessels and increasing the risk of heart disease.
What the research says
1 studyPeople with more loose teeth and plaque buildup were more likely to have heart disease, even when scientists accounted for other risk factors like age and diabetes. This suggests that gum health can help predict heart disease risk better than just looking at the usual factors.
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