Destructive periodontal diseases, systemic inflammation, and atherosclerotic complications: the emerging role of the dental profession.

摘要: An emerging body of evidence has associated moderate to severe periodontitis with atherosclerotic complications. The contribution systemic inflammation may account for this association in view the pivotal role plays Periodontal therapy been shown decrease and improve early events; however, date, periodontal not subsequent complications although aggressive treatment at-risk populations appears warranted.