The link between teeth and cardiovascular health has long been proven. But a recent study by the American college of cardiology and published on October 3 in EurekAlert reveals that losing teeth would increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
The researchers studied 316,588 cases of adults aged between 40 and 79, having lost their teeth without prior trauma (fall for example). They looked at their cardiovascular condition and their rates of heart attack, angina pectoris or stroke.
28% cardiovascular disease in people who lose their teeth
In the patients studied: 8% were 100% toothless, 13% suffered from cardiovascular disease. The result of the study highlights that among people who lose their teeth, 28% are affected by cardiovascular disease, compared to 7% among people who still have all their teeth.
Of course, these results took into account daily life factors such as alcohol consumption, smoking, family history, age… Conclusion: losing your teeth would increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, explain the researchers.
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