Dental-Dentist Care With Chronic Coronary Disease: A Quick Review for Cardiologists and Surgeons

Abstract

Atherosclerotic plaque buildup in the epicardial arteries is a hallmark of chronic coronary heart failure (CHF). Due to the morbidity, mortality, and economical significance of this condition, it is imperative that people with CHF have an accurate diagnosis as soon as possible and receive cost-effective treatment. In order to handle these patients for dental treatment, the dentist’s and cardiologist’s expertise must be current and they must look for the safest way to approach the patients. The purpose of this article is to provide dentists and cardiologists with information on the best practices for treating patients with CHF who also have dental problems. Methodology: The electronic databases PubMed/Medline®, LILACS®, and Scopus® were searched for an integrated review using the terms “Dental Care for Chronically III AND Coronary disease AND Myocardial Ischemia.” We considered articles in Portuguese, English, and Spanish that were fully accessible online between 2000 and 2022 addressing the main consequences of chronic coronary failure and dental care. Results: Ninety-three articles were found in the databases. After screening, seven of them met all the prerequisites and were included in the review. Conclusion: It is critical to provide information to guide dentists and cardiologists in the care of individuals with CHF in order to provide safety in clinical and surgical dental care.