Compend Contin Educ Dent
December 2005
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June 2005
Compend Contin Educ Dent
September 2004
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March 2004
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November 2002
Background: The authors describe how oral disease, particularly periodontal disease, may place certain patients at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Results: Although the precise mechanisms of interaction are not clear, two biological mechanisms that may explain the relationship are presented. In addition, the authors describe the dental management issues that need to be understood in treating patients compromised by cardiovascular disease.