Dental disease and risk of coronary heart disease and mortality.

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Authors

Frank DeStefano · Marshfield Clinic

Robert F. Anda · Marshfield Clinic

Henry S. Kahn · Marshfield Clinic

D F Williamson · Marshfield Clinic

Carl M. Russell · Marshfield Clinic

Abstract

Dental disease is associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease, particularly in young men. Whether this is a causal association is unclear. Dental health may be a more general indicator of personal hygiene and possibly health care practices.

Topics & Keywords

Oral microbiology and periodontitis research Dental Health and Care Utilization Dental Erosion and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMJ

Volume 306, Issue 6879, pp. 688-691

DOI: 10.1136/bmj.306.6879.688

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