Oral Health and Heart Disease: The Life-Threatening Connection Doubling Your Risk
- Poor oral health triggers heart disease in 50% of cases
- Simple dental treatment cuts cardiovascular risk in half
- Save lives by spreading awareness about oral health and heart disease
Stop Heart Disease at Its Source
Every 40 seconds, someone dies from heart disease linked to poor oral health. Your donation helps us warn families about the deadly connection between oral health and heart disease before it's too late.
Why This Video Matters
Dr. Charles W. Reinertsen reveals how poor oral health leads to heart disease. Gum bacteria enter your bloodstream, inflaming arteries & doubling heart attack risk. Understanding this connection between oral health and heart disease has saved thousands of lives.
805,000
Americans have heart attacks yearly
47%
linked to poor
oral health
$1,200
prevention cost vs. $1M+ for heart surgery
Oral Health and Heart Disease: This 5-Minute Video Could Save Your Life
Get the Facts on this Hidden Heart Risk: Bacteria From Your Mouth
Myth
“Bad breath is just a cosmetic issue.”
Fact
~90% of bad breath comes from gum disease, which is linked to heart disease and stroke. See your dentist if bad breath persists — it may be an early warning sign of gum disease.
Myth
“Dental checkups don’t matter for heart procedures”
Fact
Cardiologists often require a Dental Clearance because mouth infections raise surgical risks. Ask your dentist for clearance before any major heart treatment.
Myth
“A pretty smile means a healthy heart.“
Fact
You don’t need a “Hollywood smile,” but you do need a healthy mouth for a healthy heart. Book a dental checkup and gum screening to lower your heart risk.
Myth
“Bacteria in my mouth doesn’t affect the rest of my body.”
Fact
Oral bacteria travel through the bloodstream to the heart, brain, and lungs. Get your gums evaluated by a dentist to find out if you have hidden gum disease and treat it early.
The connection between oral health and heart disease is undeniable. NIH research shows treating gum disease reduces inflammatory markers by 40%, directly lowering cardiovascular risk. Both the ADA and American College of Cardiology now recommend dental screening as part of heart disease prevention.
Improving oral health is one of the most effective ways to prevent heart disease.
The Science Behind Oral Health and Heart Disease
Warning: Poor oral health doubles your heart disease risk. Harvard Medical School confirms that gum disease bacteria enter the bloodstream, causing arterial inflammation that leads to heart attacks & strokes. The American Heart Association found 50% of cardiovascular deaths link to oral infections.
First Steps
- Understand how oral health affects heart disease
- Schedule immediate dental screening
- Begin daily prevention routine
Ongoing Care
- Regular cleanings prevent heart disease
- Monitor both oral health and cardiac markers
- Coordinate dental and cardiac care
Protect Your Heart Through Better Oral Health
Essential Reading on Oral Health and Heart Disease
Bleeding gums? Why you need to take action now
Common dental disease linked to serious health problems
Oral Health and Heart Disease
The Deadly Link Between Oral Health and Heart Disease Your Doctor Won't Discuss Excerpt
Discover why cardiologists are finally acknowledging that poor oral health causes heart disease, and what you must do today to protect yourself.
Dr. Chuck Reinertsen
Dental Educator
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Oral Health and Heart Disease
How Gum Disease Triggers Heart Disease: The Science Explained Excerpt:
Leading researchers reveal how oral bacteria attack your arteries, why standard heart disease treatment fails without addressing oral health, and prevention steps.
Dr. Chuck Reinertsen
Dental Educator
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Prevent Heart Disease Through Oral Health — Starting Today
- Poor oral health doubles heart disease risk — schedule dental screening immediately
- Daily cleaning in between teeth and flossing removes bacteria that cause both gum and heart disease
- Bleeding gums signal increased heart attack risk — never ignore oral health warnings
- Coordinate care between dentist and cardiologist for comprehensive heart disease prevention
If you have both cardiac symptoms and poor oral health, you’re at extreme risk. The connection between oral health and heart disease means treating one requires addressing both. Act today.
Critical Questions About Oral Health and Heart Disease
How does poor oral health cause heart disease?
Bacteria from gum infections enter your bloodstream, triggering inflammation in arteries. This oral health problem directly contributes to heart disease, doubling your risk of heart attack or stroke.
Why don't more doctors discuss oral health and heart disease?
Medical and dental fields traditionally operated separately. Only recently has research proven the oral health and heart disease connection, changing treatment protocols.
Why do cardiologists require dental clearance before heart procedures?
Hidden oral infections can increase life-threatening complications during surgery. That’s why many cardiologists require dental clearance before operations such as valve replacement or bypass.
Can improving oral health reverse heart disease risk?
Yes. Studies show treating gum disease improves cardiovascular health within months. Better oral health reduces heart disease markers by up to 40%.
Can gum disease exist without any pain or symptoms?
Yes. Gum disease is often painless, which is why it’s called a “silent infection.” You may not feel it, but the bacteria can still spread into the bloodstream and affect your heart.
Are specific mouth bacteria proven to cause heart disease?
Yes. Research confirms that certain bacteria found in gum disease are causative for cardiovascular disease — not just associated with it. This makes treating gum infections critical for protecting your heart
Help Us Save Lives From Preventable Heart Disease
Your donation spreads life-saving awareness about oral health and heart disease. For the cost of coffee, you help prevent heart attacks by teaching families this critical connection. Every dollar educates 10 people about how improving oral health prevents heart disease.
“400,000 Americans will die this year from heart disease linked to poor oral health. Together, we can cut this number in half through education and prevention.”