Oral Health Status, Health Behaviour and Treatment Needs of Patients Undergoing Cardiovascular Surgery

Objective: The aim of the present study was to assess the oral health status and
treatment needs of cardiovascular surgery patients. Second, the awareness of
cardiovascular surgery patients regarding the association between oral
health and heart disease was considered.Methods: Assessment of oral health status, oral hygiene practices and treatment needs
of 106 hospitalized patients in preparation for cardiovascular surgery.
Patients were interviewed using a structured questionnaire designed for this
study and oral examination was carried out by a dentist.Results: The oral hygiene practices of the study cohort were not up t ...

Source: Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery - June 2, 2018 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research