Dr. Barry Dworkin

Biological mechanisms remain hypothetical to explain why observational study finds brushing your teeth three times a day reduces your risk of atrial fibrillation and congestive heart failure.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for December , 2019

Source:
Brushing your teeth frequently may help prevent heart attacks: study

Reference:
Improved oral hygiene care is associated with decreased risk of occurrence for atrial fibrillation and heart failure: A nationwide population-based cohort study

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