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Dentistry: Introduction to Oral Health and Its Connection to Heart Disease

Question 3 • Physicians, Pharmacists, Dentists, Veterinarians and Other Doctors

Why (specifically) should a dentist care if a patient has a history of heart problems?

Answer

A

The patient may have or be susceptible to general heart disease, so the dentist must make them sign a waiver before treatment.

B

The patient may have or be susceptible to endocarditis, so the dentist cannot treat him.

C

The dentist really shouldn’t care.

D

The patient may have or be susceptible to endocarditis, so the dentist must take special precautions when treating her.

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