Kids Dental Insurance, Oral health Linked to Enocarditis.
Endocarditis is inflammation of the inside lining of the heart chambers and heart valves. Having gum disease and dental procedures that cut your gums may allow bacteria to enter your bloodstream. If you have a weak immune system or a damaged heart valve, this can cause infection in other parts of the body. Always let your dentist know before any dental services are render if you have Endocarditis