Your Oral health is also very important and you must care for it.
Studies show that people with periodontal disease have a higher probability of
being diagnosed with heart disease than those without periodontal disease and
that is because the inflammation is a characteristic of both periodontal and
heart disease.
Bleeding gums, a sign of periodontal disease, are open wounds that allow the
bacteria to enter your bloodstream.
Plaque restricts blood flow
One cause of heart disease is a build-up of plaque in the arteries that, over
time, can restrict the flow of blood. Periodontal bacteria have been found in
that plaque, which leads many researchers to believe there might be a
relationship.
In addition to building up, the plaque in the arteries can rupture, forming a
clot. The clot can block blood flow and trigger a heart attack.
The same thing can happen in your brain. If the bacteria settle in your carotid
artery, the inflammation may lead to the build-up of fatty deposits. If these
deposits break apart and are carried in your bloodstream, they can lodge in
your brain, block a blood vessel, and cause a stroke.
Oral Bacteria and Heart connection
Risk factors
You may also be at risk if you have damage to your heart or heart valve,
certain congenital defects, a history of endocarditis, an artificial heart or
heart valve, or you have had a heart transplant.
We want to work with you and your physician to keep you in optimal health. And
a healthy mouth is key to a healthy life. Healthier Smile, Healthy you At DrSimrat Kaur dental offices, we strive to provide patients an
optimal Oral health and we believe that is the key to your overall health. With
you and your family in mind, we provide comprehensive dental services like
fillings, wisdom teeth surgery, root canal treatment, braces for adults and children and implants at all 3 practices in Brampton. Please visit us at
drsimratdentistry.com or call u at 905 456 7700 for your complimentary initial
consultation.
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