Posts Tagged ‘endocarditis’
Oral Bacteria able to Mimic the Body’s Natural Proteins to Cause Heart Disease
Further research has been conducted concerning the effect of dental plaque in relation to heart problems, such as endocarditis. It is already known that there is a direct link between oral bacteria and heart diseases, but researchers at the University of Bristol and the Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland, have studied the problem in minute […]
Brush Your Teeth to Boost Heart Health
Experts have warned that poor oral health could contribute to a host of heart problems and urged people to brush on a regular basis to keep heart problems at bay. Scientists claim that bacteria from the mouth can travel to other parts of the body via the bloodstream, increasing the risk of inflammation and clotting […]
Poor Oral Health Increases the Risk of Endocarditis
Poor dental health can affect many aspects of a person’s general health, with recent studies linking gum disease and tooth decay to the development of diabetes, strokes and even Alzheimer’s. A lack of good oral hygiene has also been found to affect patients with congenital heart diseases and increases their risk of developing endocarditis. Finding […]
Studies Reveal Endocarditis Risk for Patients with Congenital Conditions and Poor Oral Hygiene
Studies presented in Copenhagen have revealed an increased risk of endocarditis in patients with congenital heart conditions who have poor oral hygiene. Research shows that younger patients with congenital heart conditions are more likely to have poor oral hygiene habits, but their general health behaviour is better than adult patients, as very few smoke and […]
Heart Infection Caused by Cavity Causing Bacteria
Scientists have discovered that bacteria usually only be found in the mouth, and causing troubles such as cavities, is also linked to the heart infection known as endocarditis. The disease can sometimes prove lethal and following this worrying discovery professionals and experts are calling for a means of screening patients for the infection. Although the […]
