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Yardley, PA 19067
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While there is no definite evidence that if your prevent gum diseases, like periodontitis, that you may be able to prevent a heart condition or heart disease. The only thing experts, like the doctor, know for sure is that if you take care of your gums it can lessen atherosclerosis, (build-up of artery clogging plaque) that may result in a heart attack or stroke.
Could periodontal disease cause heart attacks?
Regardless of your oral health, if you're at a high risk for heart disease, you need to take action.
Contact our Newtown, Pennsylvania office if you have questions about your heart and oral health. If you take practice good oral hygiene, both your mouth and your heart will thank you.