Periodontal Disease, Heart Disease and COVID-19

Learn the Link!       Know Your Role!

Doug Thompson, DDS

Founder of Wellness Dental Network

Deaths and severe complications from COVID are being linked to blood clots and over expression of the innate immune system. Both can be linked to chronic inflammation. Periodontal disease, the prevalent disease in he world has been linked to systemic inflammation. New research is showing certain bacteria prevalent in periodontal disease can cause hyper-coagulability. In the post COVID world, the dental team who can recognize, diagnose. treat and collaborate with other practitioners will be sought out by patients seeking optimal and total care. Learn how you and your team can be healthcare leaders.

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