The Number of Remaining Teeth-A Predictability Factor for a Certain Type of Cardiovascular Condition in a Group of Hospitalized Individuals.

Abstract

Background: The aim of this study was to determine whether the oral parameter reflecting the total number of remaining permanent teeth (NRT) on both arches represents a predictability factor for a certain type of cardiovascular condition. Methods: This study included 84 subjects (40 males and 44 females) with ages between 50 and 89 years old, hospitalized in the Cardiology Department, who required dental examinations and specialized therapeutic interventions within the Emergency Dental Department of the same medical facility. Results: The study participant's data were statically analyzed. An unadjusted oral parameter NRT < 21 may represent a statistically significant predictor of developing cardiomyopathy (OR = 8.00, 95%CI = 2.78-23.06, p < 0.0005), heart valve disease and arterial hypertension, in association with other comorbidities (except for metabolic or pulmonary comorbidities). The regression analyses revealed a borderline-significant association between the adjusted NRT and metabolic comorbidities or coronary disease (OR = 0.37, 95%CI = 0.13-1.01, p = 0.052). Conclusions: Overall, the NRT may be considered a predictive marker that is relative to the risk of exhibiting cardiovascular conditions.