Finds Teeth Cleaning Can Help Prevent AFib Recurrence
Though the American Heart Association (AHA) does not list gum diseases as a modifiable risk factor for AFib, growing evidence shows that periodontitis, a gum infection that damages the tissues around the teeth, is closely linked to many other systemic diseases, including coronary artery disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes.
Scientists are just beginning to understand the link between oral health and heart health, but suspect harmful bacteria in the mouth may travel through the body, including portions of the heart, leading to inflammation.
