It targeted children and adolescents and emphasized that dental care protects those born with defects
A US government study found that children with heart problems are more likely than others to have oral problems such as toothaches or bleeding gums.
In the study, prepared by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers found that 10 percent of American children and adolescents with heart problems had normal to good dental health, according to their parents’ rating, and this was twice the number of children without problems. In the heart.
This is partly a concern, according to the study researchers. Because if oral bacteria enter the bloodstream, children with heart problems may be susceptible to infective endocarditis, a life-threatening infection; Because it affects the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves.
Therefore, says Allen D. Alessio, chief of pediatric dentistry at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, oral health is important to avoiding pain and dental treatments.
She added that early preventive dental care is the key to protecting children born with heart defects.
When does a child need orthodontics?
The doctor said: The parents of these children should see dentists no later than the first year of their age.
There are many reasons why children with heart disease are more susceptible to tooth decay, according to the study.
The researchers said: Children are undergoing many surgeries that make oral health a low priority.
Children with heart disease have developmental or intellectual disabilities that can make dental care more difficult.
Heart medications can play a role in harming oral health, and some cause dry mouth, which may help widen the cavities.
Is there a relationship between heart strength and oral health? A study that answers and sends warnings
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2022-02-17
A US government study found that children with heart problems are more likely than others to have oral problems such as toothaches or bleeding gums.
In the study, prepared by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers found that 10 percent of American children and adolescents with heart problems had normal to good dental health, according to their parents’ rating, and this was twice the number of children without problems. In the heart.
This is partly a concern, according to the study researchers. Because if oral bacteria enter the bloodstream, children with heart problems may be susceptible to infective endocarditis, a life-threatening infection; Because it affects the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves.
Therefore, says Allen D. Alessio, chief of pediatric dentistry at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, oral health is important to avoiding pain and dental treatments.
She added that early preventive dental care is the key to protecting children born with heart defects.
When does a child need orthodontics?
The doctor said: The parents of these children should see dentists no later than the first year of their age.
There are many reasons why children with heart disease are more susceptible to tooth decay, according to the study.
The researchers said: Children are undergoing many surgeries that make oral health a low priority.
Children with heart disease have developmental or intellectual disabilities that can make dental care more difficult.
Heart medications can play a role in harming oral health, and some cause dry mouth, which may help widen the cavities.
February 17, 2022 – Rajab 16, 1443
11:33 AM
It targeted children and adolescents and emphasized that dental care protects those born with defects
A US government study found that children with heart problems are more likely than others to have oral problems such as toothaches or bleeding gums.
In the study, prepared by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers found that 10 percent of American children and adolescents with heart problems had normal to good dental health, according to their parents’ rating, and this was twice the number of children without problems. In the heart.
This is partly a concern, according to the study researchers. Because if oral bacteria enter the bloodstream, children with heart problems may be susceptible to infective endocarditis, a life-threatening infection; Because it affects the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves.
Therefore, says Allen D. Alessio, chief of pediatric dentistry at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, oral health is important to avoiding pain and dental treatments.
She added that early preventive dental care is the key to protecting children born with heart defects.
When does a child need orthodontics?
The doctor said: The parents of these children should see dentists no later than the first year of their age.
There are many reasons why children with heart disease are more susceptible to tooth decay, according to the study.
The researchers said: Children are undergoing many surgeries that make oral health a low priority.
Children with heart disease have developmental or intellectual disabilities that can make dental care more difficult.
Heart medications can play a role in harming oral health, and some cause dry mouth, which may help widen the cavities.