The American Heart Association partnered with Delta Dental of California on resources to help dentists identify patients at risk for cardiovascular disease.
The AHA said Nov. 18 that incorporating blood pressure screenings into routine dental care visits can help identify patients who are at risk for cardiovascular disease before symptoms appear.
The two organizations launched the Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative to help dental practices add cardiovascular screenings. The initiative includes resources to help providers understand the link between oral health and heart health and learn protocols for blood pressure screenings.
