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Hi Sue,

Yes thanks. This is certainly interesting!

C-Reactive Protein – A Predictor of Heart Disease – Is Elevated in
Patients with Periodontal Disease

In treatment of disease, we find many CORRELATIONS. However the key to
treatment is always to determine ETIOLOGY not connectedness or
correlations.

This will not stop the dental hygienists though. They will be telling
their patients that regular BFB ~ Biofilm Breakup ~ will prevent heart
attack. The dentists? They know better, but heck, the dentist is busy
in room two trying to finish up a root canal.

Besides, if some patients believe the little twit in room three, so
what? So what if they come back for their BFB treatments?

Jeez, how much is tuition to Chiropractic school? Its still not too
late for me!

This is nonsense of course.

Joel

JoelSter.

THIS POST (and more drivel) IS FOUND AT:

http://www.dentalcom.net/forum/newr...oquote=1&p=2136

.... and all are welcome to participate!

(NOT ADVERTISING, NOT A COMMERCIAL SITE, and there is no profit
motive, until I graduate Chiropractic School!)
 
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Just for you Joel

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Joel, I thought I read something about this in Cosmopolitan. -Sue

C-Reactive Protein – A Predictor of Heart Disease – Is Elevated in
Patients with Periodontal Disease

CHICAGO – September 20, 2001 – Elevated levels of C-reactive protein
(CRP) explain one reason why periodontal disease could be a risk
factor for cardiovascular disease, according to a new study in the
Journal of Periodontology.

Periodontal disease may cause oral bacteria to enter the bloodstream
and trigger the liver to make proteins such as CRP that inflame
arteries and clot blood, which can lead to heart attacks. CRP levels
identify those patients whose inflammations systems respond most
actively to stimuli.

"Until intervention studies are completed, we will not know with
certainty whether periodontal disease really can cause heart disease.
In the meantime, this study provides one more explanation for why it
is very plausible that an infection in the mouth could lead to
problems with the heart," said Ernesto De Nardin, Ph.D., one of the
study's researchers.

The study carried out at the University at Buffalo, compared CRP
levels in 59 people with moderate and 50 people with advanced
periodontal disease to 65 periodontally healthy patients. Adjustments
were made for other factors that are known to be associated with
elevated levels of CRP such as age, body mass index, smoking and blood
lipids. Researchers found that 25 percent of the 174 total subjects
had CRP concentrations that have been associated with a higher risk of
cardiovascular problems. However, among the 50 people with advanced
periodontal disease, the percentage increased to 38. Furthermore, they
found that those patients infected with bacteria that cause
periodontal disease had the highest levels of C-reactive protein.

"As researchers continue to sort out the link between periodontal
disease and heart disease, my advice to my patients remains the same,"
said Michael McGuire, D.D.S., president of the American Academy of
Periodontology (AAP). "Do not take your gum health for granted or you
may have more to lose than just your teeth."

A referral to a periodontist in your area and free brochure samples
including one titled Ask Your Periodontist About Periodontal Disease
and Heart Disease are available by calling 800-FLOSS-EM or visiting
the AAP's Web site at www.perio.org.

The American Academy of Periodontology is a 7,900-member association
of dental professionals specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and
treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of
the teeth and in the placement and maintenance of dental implants.
Periodontics is one of nine dental specialties recognized by the
American Dental Association. EDITOR'S NOTE: For a copy of the study,
Periodontal Infections Contribute to Elevated Systemic C-Reactive
Protein Level, contact the AAP Public Affairs Department at
312/573-3243 or 312/573-3242.
 
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 #1       Yesterday, 06:32 PM  
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C-Reactive Proteins

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Periodontal Disease, C-Reactive Protein and Overall Health

Researchers have known for quite some time that elevated C-reactive
protein (CRP) levels increase the risk for cardiovascular disease. A
recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine
identified elevated CRP levels as a stronger predictor of heart
attacks than elevated cholesterol levels, and recommended CRP and
cholesterol screening for accurate risk assessment of cardiovascular
disease.

However, many clinicians were unclear of the cause of elevated CRP
levels. A study published earlier this year in the Journal of
Periodontology reported that inflammatory effects from periodontal
disease, a chronic bacterial infection of the gums, cause oral
bacterial byproducts to enter the bloodstream and trigger the liver to
make proteins such as CRP that inflame arteries and promote blood clot
formation.

"Periodontal disease needs to be considered as a major contributor to
increased levels of CRP by the medical community," said Dr. Steven
Offenbacher, member of the American Academy of Periodontology.

Previous studies reported that inflammatory effects from periodontal
disease could cause oral bacterial byproducts to enter the bloodstream
and trigger the liver to make proteins such as CRP that inflame
arteries. In addition, these effects may cause blood clots that
contribute to clogged arteries leading to heart attacks or strokes.

"What makes the recent findings noteworthy is that oral examinations
were conducted on more than 5,000 adults in four U.S. communities
already participating in a study to determine the risk of
atherosclerosis," said Offenbacher. "This is most likely the largest
study confirming that periodontal disease and body mass index are
jointly associated with increased levels of CRP in healthy adults."

He added, "To reduce levels of CRP, and presumably the risk of
cardiovascular disease, not only would it be important to lose weight
if you are overweight, but it would also be important to get your gums
treated."

CRP testing is now available in many hospitals and health centers. The
American Heart Association and the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention are developing a summary on whether CRP levels should be
routinely tested to diagnose heart disease or to monitor progress of
treatments.

"Based on this information and the potential to prevent heart attacks
and strokes, I foresee patients receiving routine CRP testing in their
dentist or periodontist office in the near future," said Dr. Gordon
Douglass, president of the American Academy of Periodontology. "This
could help early diagnosis of potential heart disease sooner rather
than later, as most people see their dentist or periodontist at
minimum two times a year." Find Out More

AAP Statements and Press Releases

Deep Periodontal Pockets Increase Risk for Electrocardiographic
Abnormalities
Why Periodontal Disease May Pose a Risk to Your Health (Video News
Release 7/9/98)
New Study Confirms Periodontal Disease Linked to Heart Disease
(2/7/02)
C-Reactive Protein – A Predictor of Heart Disease – Is Elevated in
Patients with Periodontal Disease (9/20/01)
The Mouth Is the Mirror to Overall Health (8/15/00)

Consumer Information
The Mouth-Body Connection
Periodontal Disease, Heart Disease and Stroke
Do You Have Periodontal Disease? Take the Test
Locate a periodontist near you for an evaluation
View free brochure samples on oral health topics

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